Question by Another baby boy!: What's the best face mask to protect from swine flu?
I've read the 3M N95 model is a good one...is this true. What about face masks for younger children?
BillyBob: what's your address cause I'm going to buy a 2-pack!
I'm not from Mexico & haven't been in contact with anyone who has it, I just want to be prepared!
Best answer:
Answer by BillyBob
A used one imported from mexico.
Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!
Are you from Mexico or anywhere near? or have had any contact with anyone been or from Mexico since the outbreak of the swine flu?
ReplyDeleteA face mask protects people from swine flu :S?
ReplyDeletea regualr medical mask because they are thin and allow you to breath more easily.
ReplyDeleteI've heard great reviews about the 97 4Q models from Japan. They are pricey but well worth it.
ReplyDeleteNone. You don't need one. There have been about 20 cases in the US, and all sufferers recovered completely. The public emergency is a 'just in case' warning, better safe than sorry.
ReplyDeleteIf you do end up with it, treat it like a normal flu, and it'll go away. You're making more out of it than there is.
haha billybob is very funny.but this is very serious with protecting yourself and kids.
ReplyDeletethis is the correct model
can be purchased at hardware stores and places lik walmart
There's no reason to buy and wear a mask unless you already have issues with your respiratory tract. Use tissue for coughing and sneezing, wash your hands often, avoid people who are obviously sick (as you would in any case) and stay home if you're ill. There have been a total of 40 cases in the U.S as of today's date (04/27/09).
ReplyDelete3M makes NIOSH N95 respirator masks that have been approved by the FDA for use by the general public during a public health medical emergency, such as an influenza pandemic. They make two models of these masks the 8670F and the 8612F. A box of 20 count 8670F run $ 27.38 and a box of 20 count 8612F run $ 23.41. They have a shelf life of 3 to 5 years if stored properly. You can visit www.my3mn95.com for more information and an instructional video. Neither mask should be used by children. The LA Times news article below examines the effectiveness of respirators and the swine flu. The short answer is that scientists don't know how effective respirators are because we don't very much about the swine flu. Please note that these aren't the only kind of NIOSH N95 particulate respirators out there, these are simply the ones that have been approved for use by the general public due to the consumer friendly instructions and pamphlets and videos produced by 3M as well as the testing of product components to avoid skin allergies in consumers. Read the FAQ for more about this.
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Here's an article that tells about buying flu masks. It even offers CDC advice on how to make your own flu mask:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.ehow.com/how_4937558_buy-good-swine-flu-mask.html
A "respirator" mask is the best kind. It blocks small particles. Surgical masks don't. One example is the N95 model. Take a look here:
ReplyDeletehttp://astore.amazon.com/swineflu-savior-20
A regular mask will not do...that's crazy! I also read that the N95 mask is good for that. I am also looking into buying one to be ready just in case..just to be safe too!! I saw a mask on Entertainment Tonight they said was good and looked nice and looked confortable...The problem is, they didn't mention the name or I missed it and can't find it on the internet. (April 29, 2009) If you find out anything , let me know. I want to buy one too! Good luck!
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