A cluster randomised trial of cloth masks compared with medical masks in healthcare workers – BMJ (2015)

Penetration of cloth masks by particles was almost 97% and medical masks 44%. This study is the first RCT of cloth masks, and the results caution against the use of cloth masks. This is an important finding to inform occupational health and safety. Moisture retention, reuse of cloth masks and poor filtration may result in … Continue reading A cluster randomised trial of cloth masks compared with medical masks in healthcare workers – BMJ (2015)