Face masks for the general population and N95 respirators as part of personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare professionals are both a vital part of protection against viral transmission ...

More specifically, it’s the copper found in silk that could prove beneficial when using this material to craft a face mask. "Copper is the big craze now. Silk has copper in it. Domesticated silk moths ...

Silk beats both cotton and synthetic materials like polyester when it comes to homemade and reusable face masks, according to a new study from the University of Cincinnati. The material offers a ...