2023-08-29 21:25:11
The claim of N95 masks release toxic levels of volatile organic compounds comes from a Korean Jeonbuk National University study on 14 different Korean K94, KFAD masks (not N95). The study calls into question the manufacturing practice of these masks. [Link] NEEDS_MORE_RATINGS(5-1-2) Author
2023-08-30 00:00:03
On a personal level high quality masks reduce droplets or aerosolized being expelled from your mouth. Studies on VOC's did not find clinical harm, and recommended masks be opened and not worn for 30 minutes, reducing volatile organic compounds to not impair human health. [Link][Link] NEEDS_MORE_RATINGS(2-0-0) Author