CDC Director Rochelle Walensky addressed the question of whether the US government would be able to make N95 and other high-quality masks more available in light of the recent Omicron surge.

With Omicron, the CDC says the mask you wear will severely impact your risk of exposure, especially in an enclosed space like say a dining igloo. Sooner rather than later, the CDC is expected to ...

The CDC also suggests having a mask with a nose wire to help you get ... are the least effective in light of the Omicron variant. If you choose to wear a cloth mask, ensure that it has a proper ...

The CDC is urging Americans to up their mask game in the face of the Omicron variant. The agency says the best mask for you is the one that fits you well (covering both nose and mouth) and that ...

CDC guidelines — which were last updated in October, before the omicron variant started spreading — do not specifically recommend that people wear a certain type of mask or respirator.

The CDC also recommends layering a disposable, surgical mask underneath a fabric mask ... There's no place for them in light of Omicron," noted CNN medical analyst Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency ...

"Cloth masks are not going to cut it with omicron," says Linsey Marr ... creating a seal around your mouth and nose. The CDC explains what makes a good fit and how to test that yours is sealing ...

In a CDC study, cloth masks lowered the risk of ... Frequently Asked Questions About Face Masks for Omicron Will a mask I bought before Omicron also be effective for this subvariant?

The corona virus that shook the world five years ago has started raising its head once again. The memories of work from home, ...

In the wake of less lethal omicron variant, the CDC on Friday released new guidance about which counties should and should not require wearing masks indoors. About 70% of Americans live in ...