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What You Need to Know About Covid Masks in the Age of Omicron | Science

What You Need to Know About Covid Masks in the Age of Omicron | Science

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[ad_1] Properly fitted N95 masks should filter 94-95 percent of viral particles. Justin Sullivan / Getty Images The story of the United States’ evolving relationship with masks is a complicated one. When the pandemic started, Americans were told to save the masks for the healthcare workers. But before long, in April of 2020 that advice […]

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Ontario's Omicron wave subsiding, but some rise in COVID-19 cases expected, science table says

Ontario’s Omicron wave subsiding, but some rise in COVID-19 cases expected, science table says

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[ad_1] Ontario’s COVID-19 science table says while indicators suggest the Omicron wave has plateaued or is in decline, the easing of public health measures will likely be followed by an increase in cases of the virus. In new modelling released Tuesday, the group says it is challenging to project the spread of the virus due to changes […]

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