Science is clear on the efficacy of face masks — it's proven to slow the spread of COVID-19. But what of face shields? You’ve probably seen someone wearing one in your neighborhood. It’s basically an ...

There are a lot of people who say they do not want to wear a face mask because they are too hot, and with summer here, it's only going to get worse. However, there is an alternative some are trying: ...

Transparent face masks are gaining popularity during the pandemic. They allow others to read your lips and see your facial expressions and features when talking with them. There’s dozens of clear ...

Currently, no studies exist that compare face masks to face shields. As Americans “mask up” to prevent the spread of COVID-19, a new trend is emerging with more people wearing clear, plastic face ...

As teachers and students cope with in-person learning during the pandemic, many educators are looking for clearer ways to connect with their students behind masks. The Centers for Disease Control and ...

Experts at Hong Kong Lingnan University have created a new transparent face mask which they say enables barrier-free communication. While it's a breakthrough for the hearing impaired who may need to ...

Vyzr is selling a PPE shield with an air-purifying system to protect against coronavirus. The BioVyzr concept raised nearly $700,000 on Indiegogo. The company said the shields are currently in ...

Apple has created the Apple Face Mask and adopted the ClearMask, and is gearing up to distribute them to employees to help protect against exposure to the coronavirus. The masks are the first ...

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Because COVID-19 is predominately transmitted from one person to another via tiny droplets projected into ...