Choosing the Right Face Mask for Travel
With airports and airlines easing mask mandates, it's easy to assume that the era of COVID-19 precautions is behind us. However, the reality is that airborne viruses and other bugs still pose a hea...
Unmasking the Science: Understanding Face Mask Effectiveness
As the COVID-19 pandemic surged in 2020, questions about the efficacy of face masks in preventing viral spread became a focal point. Today, four years later, we delve into the scientific insights r...
Navigating Holiday Travel: The Importance of Masks on Planes
The Rising Need for Masks Masks on planes and in airports have become a hot topic over the past year. Amid the challenges of air travel, one of the most pressing issues for travelers is avoiding il...
Prepare for Wildfire Season: Protecting Your Health Amidst Poor Air Quality
As the wildfire season begins, it's important to stay alert to the changes in air quality, not just for those close to wildfires but those in urban areas too. Recent incidents have shown that wildf...
The Impact of Bushfires on Air Quality
The health toll of wildfire smoke extends far beyond the immediate vicinity of the blazes, with a staggering estimated global count of 340,000 premature deaths annually—surpassing the direct casual...