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If one of the vectors (methods of spreading contamination) of the pandemic is by airborne transmission - as, for example, with Swine Flu - face masks would help filter the microorganisms from the air, greatly reducing the chance of inhaling the pathogens (germs).
However, not every pandemic is spread through the air; for example, the HIV virus is spread by fluid contact. In that case, the only way a face mask might help would be by covering an open wound in or near the mouth (like a cut, or a cold sore) while kissing someone who might have HIV or AIDS.
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How does a face mask help us breathe clearer air?
If you all look closely at the back of the face mask, you can see some tiny holes. When you breathe in the air, the hole will act like the hair in your nose and trap the dust. That will prevent dust from entering your body. That is how face masks help us to breathe cleaner air.
Where can you buy N95 mask?
Wal mart _______________ Surgical Masks will not, I repeat, will not prevent infection by swine influenza over long pierods of exposure. IE: You're a teacher and you have an infected student. N-95 Respirator Masks are the only sourse of complete protection from exposure for long pierods of time. Surgical masks, will however, protect you during short exposure with airborne particles. IE: Someone sneezes in the grocery store. Obviously, no mask will protect you from contact exposure. (shopping carts, telephones, shared utensils) Therefore wash your handes often and do not touch your face )eyes, nose, mouth) without first washing your hands.
How should the US prepare for a pandemic?
Learn from China!! ok???
How does wearing sun glasses help us in the sun?
it protect us from sun. it helps us to not get a sun in our face so it can not get burned
Will the N95 masks protect from swine flu?
Surgical masks help stop droplets from spreading, but "respirators", like those rated N95, are designed to filter sub-microscopic particles like flu viruses. If used correctly, respirators can reduce flu risk, the CDC says, however the N95 masks must be medically fitted to the face of the wearer to assure proper filtering of the particles. See the related questions below for more information.
What stores have Rey Mysterio masks for sale?
toys r us and walmart
Is the Swine Flu going to spread in arizona?
During the 2009 H1N1/09 swine flu pandemic, the viral infection spread to all parts of the world and in every state in the US. It was a true pandemic.
Where did Swine Flu spread after Mexico?
Into the US, and then eventually to all points of the globe once the pandemic resulted.
What is the duration of Face to Face US TV series?
The duration of Face to Face - US TV series - is 900.0 seconds.
When did Face to Face - US TV series - end?
Face to Face - US TV series - ended on 1947-01-26.
When was Face to Face - US TV series - created?
Face to Face - US TV series - was created on 1946-06-09.
Who discovered the 2009 flu pandemic in the US?
The presence of the 2009 Novel Swine Flu in the US was confirmed by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). At the time, they were involved, along with Mexico's health organizations and the World Health Organization (WHO), in identifying the organism responsible for the rapidly spreading Mexican outbreak of the new type of influenza. The pandemic was not "declared" by WHO until sometime later when the outbreaks became epidemics, that became international and widespread, and met the WHO criteria for being labeled a pandemic.
