Our first independent lab test of reusable face coverings has revealed that some cloth masks are highly effective at blocking particles, but that basic single-layer masks may not be up to the job. We ...

A new study suggests that homemade face masks with two or three layers may be more effective in preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus compared with a single-layered face covering. Researchers ...

Which? has carried out extensive testing on face masks that are on the market and raised concerns about the effectiveness of some. The consumer organisation has outlined what consumers need to look ...