Do face masks help prevent swine flu infection?

Published April 28, 2009 at 7:00 a.m.
180120-do-face-masks-help-prevent-swine-flu-infection 180120-do-face-masks-help-prevent-swine-flu-infection Surgical masks help stop droplets from spreading, but respirators are designed to filter small particles. If used correctly, respirators are more likely to reduce flu risk, the CDC says...

...Don't count on those disposable masks to completely protect you against the swine flu percolating around the globe.


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