SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The omicron surge has caused the CDC to finally update its mask guidance late last week, indicating a clear preference for the level of protection offered by N95 and KN95 masks.

Cloth mask? Disposable mask? Gaiter? With so many different kinds of face coverings available, it may seem overwhelming to figure out which one will provide the best protection against the coronavirus ...

The candle test is one way to assess (roughly) the effectiveness of a mask. If your mask passes the test, you can help it do an even better job... Each week, we answer "frequently asked questions" ...

With mask-wearing in public compulsory in Victoria and recommended in New South Wales, many people are buying, wearing, or making face masks for the first time. Reports of counterfeit or potentially ...