The CDC has also released instructions on creating homemade masks. “Simple cloth face coverings can be made at home and may help prevent the spread of COVID-19,” the site reads.

Homemade cloth masks aren't ideal, but given the present shortages of medical-grade protective gear in the midst of a pandemic, they may be the best option for some people.

Coronavirus: How to Make Your Own Cloth Face Mask at Home With the CDC now recommending wearing a protective face covering in public spaces, it's time to DIY one with some materials you already ...

BOSTON — Keeping your cloth masks clean is important to preventing the spread of the virus. Dr. Michael Gibson, cardiologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, recommends cleaning your ...

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Homemade masks can play a significant role in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic but the type of fabric used is key to their effectiveness, according to tests ...

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Single-layer cloth masks may not provide adequate protection against the very infectious omicron variant of COVID-19, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report. Many infectious disease ...