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How to Choose The Right Incontinence Diapers & Underwear For Seniors?

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How to Choose The Right Incontinence Diapers & Underwear For Seniors?

by IT emerdepot on Jun 20 2022
Nearly 44 million Americans are dealing with urinary incontinence every day. However, the National Association for Continence (NAFC) estimates that nearly 80% of older adults with incontinence are using the wrong product. As an incontinence products supplier, we understand how challenging it can be to find the right incontinence products. If you are new to incontinence, this guide will help you navigate to the right incontinence products with ease. Why Are Incontinence Products Needed? Incontinence is the accidental loss of stool or urine. It can be urine or feces or sometimes both. Incontinence is mostly caused by medical conditions in old people. When adults or children experience incontinence they have few options to treat themselves. For adults, it can be caused due to an enlarged prostate gland, cancer, childbirth, or other diseases affecting the urinary bladder, memory loss, nerve damage, developmental disability, or a number of other medical challenges. Treatments involved in improving incontinence are developing healthy lifestyle changes, surgery, medication, muscle training, and absorbent products. Using absorbent products helps you manage incontinence and offers the lowest risk with no side effects. Millions of people use incontinence products such as disposable underpads, adult diapers, absorbent underwear, etc. Top 4 Things To Consider Before Buying A Incontinence Adult Diaper There are four primary considerations when choosing the best incontinence underwear or adult diapers. Consider these 4 important points before purchasing incontinence underwear. 1. Absorbency You might have heard many stories about soiled linens, discoloration after laundry, leaks in public, and more. While there are many reasons for poor product performance, one of the most common reasons is low- absorbency standards. Many companies might market their incontinence underwear as super absorbent, ultra-absorbent, etc. but just because these words appear on the packaging does not always make them true. To make sure the product is actually absorbent, look at the cup size of the diaper and make sure you have picked one with the correct size. At Emerdepot we strongly recommend the caregivers and wearers consider the absorbency needs before choosing urinary incontinence products. Attends Premium Briefs Overnight Protection   This Attends Premium from Emerdepot comes with the softest and most absorbent material with a high rise and full fit protection. It provides leak protection overnight and all day long. You can enjoy a trip or dinner with your family or friends being carefree and stress-free from any leaks and odor. 2. Material Another important consideration when choosing incontinence products is the type of material used. There are two types of materials most often used; cloth-like material and poly-backed material. The Poly-backed incontinence underwear is made with a plastic backing, the same material used in most baby diapers available on the market. While in cloth-like incontinence underwear, the material used is cloth-like material that is rustle-free and soft. The cloth-like material stays soft and breathable and promotes good skin health. Based on your personal choices you can use cloth-like material or poly-backed material underwear. Most incontinence adult diapers and underwears are latex-free. However, if you are allergic to latex then use only products that are marked as latex-free. Attends Dermadry Advanced Brief Attends Breathable Brief Extra-absorbent from Emerdepot is made of soft, breathable material, and contains a Single Core Plus layer with more absorbent polymers for greater absorbency. It can easily absorb any amount of heavy to severe incontinence, enhance dryness, and helps odor-blocking. 3. Size The size of the product is extremely important for better performance and protection. There is a major misconception that larger sizes hold more urine and feces. While this may appear true to some extent, one must not ignore that a proper fit is important for the better performance of the product. Products that are too large can create openings and gaps and may cause leaks from the waist and legs. This is one of the major reasons many caregivers and wearers complain about urinary incontinence leaks and accidents related to the size, brand, and absorbency of the product. Remember that one of the major problems lies with choosing the wrong size of the product. Attends Advanced Protective Underwear Super Plus Absorbency with Leg Gathers This Advanced Protective Underwear from Attends available at Emerdepot can be worn under clothing. This product is designed with a soft material that stays gentle on the skin and is available in a wide range of sizes. Review this size chart for fitting details. You can even try a free sample of this product upon request. 4. Cost Many people list cost as the main consideration when purchasing the incontinence products. But we remind caregivers and wearers that you get what you pay for. Lower cost products may work well for some people but the majority complain that the quality of the material, durability, and performance is not as expected. Always go for products that provide better specifications in addition to being affordable. Before purchasing the products check their specifications provided by the manufacturer. Attends Dermadry Advanced Brief These Advanced Briefs from Attends are competitively priced and provide the best product specifications. It provides maximum absorbency, with excellent breathability, and is also available in various sizes. This product also helps in controlling odor and keeps the area dry all through the day and night. Conclusion: These incontinence products from Emerdepot will impress you with their performance and keep you comfortable and stress-free from incontinence. You can shop for these high-quality products from the Emerdepot online shopping website or at the retail location.  Visit our Incontinence Collection for more products and information.
Common Questions About N95 Particulate Respirators

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Common Questions About N95 Particulate Respirators

by Surya prasad on Jun 18 2022
All of us have a lot of views and questions about N95 respirators such as what and who they are good for. Can the general public use them? Can N95 masks be reused? Are they suitable for everyone to use? How long is an N95 mask good for? And the list goes on... In this article, we will answer some of the common questions people have about N95 respirators, particularly in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic. 1. What is an N95 particulate respirator? An N95 mask (actually called an N95 Particulate Respirator or filtering face piece respirator) is a NIOSH-approved mask that is designed to protect the wearer from airborne particles. The N95 respirator filters non-oil-based particles and are 95% efficient at filtering these non-oil-based particles. 2. Why Is The N95 Respirator Commonly Used In The Healthcare Sector? N95 respirators are commonly used in health care sectors for filtering out small virus and bacteria particles. They work excellently for infection control and they are also disposable. Healthcare workers do not have to worry about cleaning or decontaminating the mask while using N95 respirators because they can be disposed safely to prevent accidental infection or contamination. 3. Why Are N95 Respirators In Such High Demand? N95 particulate respirators are very popular because everyone is eager for quality, highly personal protective equipment in the COVID wave and the N95 tops the list of PPE. It provides the wearer with the maximum amount of protection which is why everyone is choosing N95 as their primary choice to keep themselves safe from the virus, particularly in high risk situations. This has put N95 respirators on demand. 4. Can You Use An Expired N95 Respirator Or Reuse Non-Expired Mask? Many health care organizations stock up on the large amounts of disposable respirators and these N95 respirators expire over years. Manufacturers of these respirators keep expiry dates on these products as they have components made of foam and rubber which can degrade. Some brands offer an electrostatic charge to the material of the respirators which, after a few years, the mask loses and the components present in it break or deteriorate over time. In this case, the expired respirator may not offer the same level of protection as it originally did in the beginning. You need to follow the manufacturer's recommendations regarding the expiry date of the masks so that you will up until what point the respirator mask offers its maximum, ideal protection. 5. Should The General Public Also Use N95 Respirators? In early on in the pandemic, there was a huge demand for highly protective equipment like N95 masks. The N95 particulate respirators are used as a safety measure for healthcare professionals as they deal with many COVID-19 patients. After the initial surge in demand, manufactures were able to increase the supply of N95s on the global market. The general public can now access and use N95 respirators. If you are a person who is planning for a trip by air or rail or if you are working in a heavy crowd place you would do well to consider wearing an N95 mask because you are surround by a high volume of people whose infection status might be unclear, even to them. If you are wondering which N95 is good for you, below is a suggested N95 that is good for a number of situations and face types. VitaCore CAN95e Black N95 - Earloop Version This VitaCore CAN95e Black N95 - Earloop Version is available in two colors (black, and white) at Emerdepot. The CAN95e mask is a non-medical ear loop model and is made for use to the general public. This mask is free from materials like graphene and fiberglass and has Level 3 Fluid Resistance with >95% Filtration efficiency. 6. How Do I Know How Long My N95 Mask Is Working? According to the CDC, you must not use an N95 respirator more than five times in total. If you see any deterioration in the mask or fraying of the straps you must stop using the mask as it loses its efficiency and does not provide a tight seal. If there is any physical damage at all the N95 mask will not provide adequate protection and needs to be thrown out. There are other methods for the decontamination of N95 respirators click here to know more about reusing, extended use, and recycling N95 masks. 7. Do N95 Respirators Need To Be Fit Tested Before Use? The fit test is not necessary when you have the right size of respirator that fits you perfectly. But, you will need to undergo a fit test if you feel the N95 respirator you are wearing is not providing proper coverage. The fit test ensures that the respirator you are wearing has the correct size and shape to properly fit your face. 8. How Do I Check The Seal And Fit Of An N95 Respirator? A respirator fit is tested is recommended before wearing, particularly in high risk situations. A fit test is performed in conjunction with annual training and the fit test determines the model and size of the N95 respirator for each unique individual. If the wearers face shape changes during the year, then the fit test must be performed again along with the user seal check before entering into the contaminated environment. 9. When Should I Avoid Wearing An N95 Respirator? N95 particulate respirators only protect against airborne particles therefore, they should not be worn in an atmosphere containing toxic levels of vapors or gases. Avoid wearing an N95 respirator in a hazardous atmosphere such as fire, a spill of an unknown chemical, or an explosion. Avoid wearing an N95 particulate respirator in certain industrial applications such as sandblasting, painting, and asbestos removal. Avoid wearing an N95 particulate respirator in an oxygen-deficient atmosphere. If you are looking for the NIOSH and FDA-approved health care products, consider Emerdepot. We supply high-quality medical health care products including antifog faceshields, powder free gloves, safemask medicom and many others.
How N95 Masks Can Protect You From The New Omicron Variant?

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How N95 Masks Can Protect You From The New Omicron Variant?

by Naveen Polapady on Jun 13 2022
The past 2 years have been spent on learning and understanding the importance of various routes of SARS-CoV-2 virus transmission. Recently a new study that came out of Hong Kong suggests that the new omicron variant might survive a longer time on everyday objects compared to its early precedes. In early pandemic times, people used to follow serious hygiene and precautions to keep themselves safe from the virus. But as the years passed, when the COVID is still prevailing around the globe, it has become new normal for everyone living around the virus and not taking enough precautions. But if this keeps continuing death rates might raise high and more economic crises can take place. The main way people get infected by the virus is through the air and touching contaminated surfaces. After a lot of research, it was found that heavily-mutated spike protein has been found to be more stable compared to its ancestral SARS-CoV-2 strain. So, how can an individual protect himself/herself from this new omicron strain? This is everybody's concern. But this will blog will give you clear guidelines on the topic. How Can You Protect Yourself From This New Omicron Strain? Using personal protective gear is the best resource to keep oneself safe from COVID and other life-threatening air-borne diseases. According to medical health care experts, respirators like N95 and KN95 particulate respirators are effective in protecting oneself from COVID – 19 virus and its mutants like new omicron. When an individual speaks, sneezes, or coughs respiratory droplets come out and travel several distances. If these virus droplets enter into another person through the mouth or nose, then the novel coronavirus infection can occur. To avoid this, we shall have to use highly protective face masks like N95 respirators. The N95 particulate respirators act as barriers in reducing the risk of getting infected by the virus and its mutants by blocking the droplets without entering the body. Masking practices have evolved since the beginning of the COVID 19 pandemic but people still have confusion on which masks to prefer. Here is a brief idea of each variety of masks that can keep you at bay: Cloth Mask The cloth mask is only effective when it is worn with a surgical mask. The cloth mask reduces larger droplet emissions that come from the infected person to some extent and they only offer significant protection from the unaffected wearer because the material cannot filter out small particles. Surgical Mask The surgical mask is made using good three-ply filtering materials and they give protection against small and large particles. The drawback of these masks is they do not provide a seal to the face and they leave gaps between the edges. You can improve the proper fit to the face mask only by following double masking. N95 Particulate Respirators/N95 Masks The N95 particulate respirators are made using the global standard materials. These N95 particulate respirators ensure proper fit to the wearer and filter out 95% of airborne particles. They also filter out small to tiny particles very efficiently. Why N95 Particulate Respirator Is The Best Option For The New Omicron Variant? An N95 filtering facepiece respirator also called an N95 particulate respirator is a filtering respirator that has NIOSH standards of approval. the N95 particulate respirator is resistant to oil and filters for at least 95% of airborne particles. These N95 respirators are made from synthetic plastic fibers that are similar compared to the fibers present in the polyester and synthetic shirts. Due to the presence of synthetic fibers in the mask, it feels comfortable for the wearer. The manufacturers often give electrostatic charge to the polypropylene material present in the respirator this helps the respirator filter out the virus particles more effectively. As the N95 face mask is made with high-quality materials such as polypropylene which makes them comfortable to wear. If you need to defend yourself from the new omicron variant wearing an N95 respirator is the right choice as they provide excellent coverage to the wearer without leaving any gaps. What Further Precautions Are Needed To Keep Safe From The New Omicron Variant? Avoid social gatherings and heavy crowds Disinfect your hands using a sanitizer that consists for at least 66% of alcohol content after touching the surfaces Get the booster dose of vaccination if you are not vaccinated yet Maintain social distancing for at least 3 meters Always use highly qualified and excellent filtered respirators such as N95 and KN95 these masks have high filtration efficiency and keep yourself safe from the virus droplets present in the air. Conclusion As the new omicron variant stays much longer on surfaces hand hygiene is very essential followed by mouth and nose coverings. Use disinfectants and sanitizers after touching the surfaces and prefer to only wear highly filtering N95 masks. These act as barriers and provide protection from the virus. If you are looking for disinfectants, sanitizers, and N95 particulate respirators look no further! Emerdepot is the leading provider of various personal protective equipment including disinfectants and sanitizers, N95 and KN95 particulate respirators, powder-free gloves, antifog face shields, at affordable prices.
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6 Must Have Essential Wound Care Supplies In Every Health Care Center

by IT emerdepot on Jun 02 2022
Medical health care professionals are responsible for providing treatment for many kinds of illnesses, injury, or ailments. Patients trust nurses and doctors to provide excellent health care with the best products available.
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About 3M Aura 1870+ Health Care Particulate Respirator and Surgical Mask

by Stephany Suelty on Apr 13 2022
While respirators have always been one of the most crucial personal protective equipment for healthcare professionals, the onset of COVID-19 has increased their use dramatically. The present-day scenario warrants every frontline healthcare worker, from the administrative staff to the janitorial staff, from the nursing staff to the physicians, and of course the surgeons to don surgical N95 masks at all times. 
What You Need To Know About Reusing N95 Particulate Respirator Masks

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What You Need To Know About Reusing N95 Particulate Respirator Masks

by Surya prasad on Mar 17 2022
At the beginning of the COVID -19 pandemic, many of us opted to buy surgical masks and reusable fabric masks to protect ourselves from the virus. But since the highly infectious omicron variant emerged it became evident that the best protection came from a well-fitted respiratory face mask, with N95 masks topping the list. The N95 particulate respirator is designed to provide the best protection against the virus as they can fit perfectly onto the face. They also provide a higher level of filtration from droplets and aerosols compared to cloth masks. However, these N95 particulate respirators have a short shelf life and it can be inconvenient and pricy to switch to a new mask so often. It needs to be noted that N95 masks are recommended for one-time use only. NIOSH does not formally recommend re-usage or decontamination of N95 particulate respirators acknowledges that they can be reused during times of scarcity. The strategies below are the options you can consider based on institutional resources and individual judgment. How To Extend The Shelf Life Of N95 Particulate Respirator It is crucial to understand the difference between reuse, extended use, and processing of N95 face masks, so here are the differences. Re-Use Because the coronavirus loses its significant viability after 72 hours, many organizations have promoted a rotation and re-usage strategy. The CDC suggests that N95 face masks can be reused up to 5 times by following the mask rotation strategy below: Acquire at least five sets of N95 particulate respirators and use them alternatively each day. After usage of the N95 particulate respirator, hang the respirator to dry in a clean environment for at least 72 hours after each use. Follow proper storage hygiene by placing the N95 particulate respirator separately in a breathable and clean container while waiting to use it again. Make sure that the masks do not touch each other or that you do not share your N95 respirator with other people. Extended USE CDC reports say that prolonged usage of N95 particulate respirators can be safe only for up to 8 hours, encouraging the wearer to review the prior recommendation of manufacture before the extended use. One strategy suggested is to wear an anti-fog face shield over the N95 particulate respirator as it decreases the soiling/contamination of the mask. Reprocessing/Decontamination Mask decontamination methods have been actively reviewed by the CDC. The principles of decontamination/ re-processing include: 1. The fit of the N95 particulate respirator cannot be compromised. 2. The mask must not be soiled by makeup or bodily fluids. 3. The electrostatic charge and the filtration capacity must be preserved as much as possible. 4. The method must inactivate the viral load of the mask. Below is a summary of the denomination methods that support the current data. Note that there are a variety of ways that N95 masks can be contaminated depending on the different shape and strap material. Hydrogen Peroxide Vaporization Hydrogen peroxide vaporization is a decontamination method that allows N95 preprocessing while preserving its actual functionality. This method can only be used on N95 particulate respirators that do not contain cellulose, such as an 1860. It’s also been approved of by the FDA for health care settings during the COVID– 19 pandemic. This process can be dangerous and difficult to be performed without highly specialized equipment. UV Treatment To ensure proper inactivation of virus partials, treating the N95 particulate respirator with distinct protocols is required. But home UV treatment is not recommended to decontaminate the N95 particulate respirator due to the proper precision required. This method of decontamination is mostly practiced in hospitals with professional guidance. Moist Heat Moist heating at 60-70°C in 80-85% relative humidity has shown to be effective on the flu virus. But there are limitations on data of humidity, temperature, and the exact time required to inactivate SARS-COV-2 viral particles completely. Additionally, the particles that are required to kill the virus may adversely affect the filtration efficiency of the N95 particulate respirator. Dry Heat Keeping your mask for dry heating at 70°C for 30 minutes adequately kills the virus and preserves filter integrity for reuse. Recent tests done by NIH on SARS-CoV-2 have indicated that the dry heat method can be used for up to 2 cycles to kill the virus efficiently. This method may be valuable for small clinical units that are unable to access enough N95 respirators or for members of the public who have an old N95 respirator at home. Which Reusable Methods Are Not Approved? Alcohol Bleach Boiling Microwave Soapy water Sanitizing wipes Ethylene oxide How Do I Know When It’s Time To Throw Out My N95 Particulate Respirator Mask? Discard your N95 particulate respirator if it has any cuts or tears on it. Similarly, your N95 respirator is no longer usable if mucus or other bodily fluids have gotten on the mask when you sneeze, etc. Conclusion Although there are various methods to decontaminate the N95 particulate respirator, it’s recommended to dispose of your masks when they get dirty. According to CDC, the N95 respirators must not be used more than five times. Are you in search of top-quality particulate respirators, medical gloves, and anti-fog face shields? Look no further! Emerdepot is one of the leading suppliers of COVID – 19 health care products. We supply only genuine and NIOSH approved products that meet CDC guidelines. Our N95 masks are made with fiberglass and provide you with up to 95% filtration efficiency. Apart from N95 respirators we also supply medical gloves, anti-fog face shields, disinfectants & sanitizers, and many other healthcare products online in Canada and USA. Order yours today.
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Best High-Quality Mask for Air Travel!

by Naveen Polapady on Mar 13 2022
Choosing the best face masks is the only way to protect yourself from the Covid-19 and Omicron variant while traveling. The early travel restrictions have been easedWe are authorized Distributor for Medicom and Makrite N95 and medical mask. You can shop online or in-store at 3220 Dufferin St Toronto, ON Canada.

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Everything You Need To Know About N95 Particulate Respirators

by Surya prasad on Mar 10 2022
Face masks have become an important part of our lives since the pandemic hit all over the globe. If you need to protect yourself against any virus or infection-causing germs, wearing an N95 particulate respirator/ N95 mask is necessary because it provides a solution to avoiding illness. N95 Masks (aka respirators) are NIOSH certification and approved by physicians and medical health care professionals. These masks are available in a wide range of styles and sizes, making it possible to find one that best suits your face size and shape. Here is a quick guide that will make it easy for you to learn the key features and benefits of N95 respirators. What Is An N95 Particulate Respirator/N95 Facemask? An N95 is a multi-layered face mask that comes in different designs, some N95 are flat, and provide excellent coverage to the face, mouth, and nose. mouth and nose. N95 masks are respiratory protective devices which have a filtration efficiency of up to 95% of airborne particles. It is designed in such a way that it filters the particles present in the air effectivly while keeping you safe and comfortable while breathing. Benefits Of N95 Particulate Respirator N95 respirators have various benefits that make it a top choice for doctors, surgeons, and even the general public, providing ultimate safety, comfort, and protection for any user who wears it. Here are some of the benefits to wearing an N95 mask: 1. Provides Unparalleled Protection: The N95 mask has been rigorously tested in laboratories during pandemics and it has been verified that it can protect you against SARS and H1N1 Avian Flu. It was also found that it meets CDC guidelines for the exposure and control of tuberculosis and ranks as the “high barrier” class 160 mmHg in conformance with the ASTM F1862 requirements in the case of splash resistance and fluid penetration. IT PROVIDES THE WEARER WITH: 99.5% (PFE) Particle Filtration Efficiency 99.9% (BFE) Bacterial Filtration Efficiency 99.9% (VFE) Viral Filtration Efficiency 2. Packaged With Hygiene And Convenience: N95 particulate respirator masks come in hygienic packaging. 3. Allergy-Free Many people are allergic to materials such as silicone, PVC, and latex but N95 particulate respirators are free from substances like PVC, silicone ad latex making it an important option for people who are sensitive or allergic to these kinds of materials. Things To Take Under Consideration Before Buying An N95 Particulate Respirator: Several things need to be taken into consideration while purchasing an N95 particulate respirator mask: If you are suffering from any respiratory illness or if you are a heart patient, or if you have any other serious chronic health conditions make sure to check with your physician before buying an N95 mask because it can be difficult for you to breathe and feels more challenging to wear if you are suffering from any major health issues. If you feel that your N95 particulate respirator face mask is cracked or if there is any difficulty in breathing you must replace it with a new mask. If you wish to cover your face in double/ two layers you can use a 3-ply disposable mask or a cotton mask with a combination of a regular N95 mask for extra protection. Avoid using an N95 particulate respirator face mask beyond the prescribed filter life because it will lose its efficiency to filter the pollutants and may cause difficulty in breathing. Note that N95 face masks are not suitable for children and people with heavy beards as they do not have a perfect fit and cannot provide complete protection. Discard your N95 particulate respirator with caution by placing it in a disposal bag and throwing it into the trash bin. And make sure to wash your hands with a hand wash after dumping them into the trash. Be extra cautious while choosing an N95 mask/ N95 particulate respirator as they are popular in the market and more likely to see duplicates and fake N95 particulate respirators spreading through the circle. Always choose an N95 mask that has NIOSH certified. As COVID -19 is spreading like wildfire with variants like omicron it is necessary to protect yourself by taking preventative measures. Stay away from heavily crowded places, wash your hands regularly, and disinfectant every time you touch surfaces. Always wear highly protective masks like N95 particulate respirators, particularly if you are immunocompromised, and make sure you use sanitizers that contain 90% of alcohol content. N95 particulate respirators are a perfect choice for protecting yourself against COVID -19 and its variants like omicron. N95 particulate respirators provids you with a maximum amount of protection from Covid-19. Get a wide range of FDA-approved and NOISH certified COVID-19 health care products under one roof at a budget-friendly prices online at EmerDepot. As a leading supplier of COVID-19 health care products, EmereDepot provides medical equipment and health care products that include disinfectants & sanitizers, oxygen concentrators, isolation gowns, N95 particulate respirators, and many other products online in the USA and Canada. Orders yours today https://emerdepot.com/collections
How N95 Mask Protects You From Omicron Variant?

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How N95 Mask Protects You From Omicron Variant?

by Surya prasad on Jan 11 2022
COVID has infected millions of people from all over the world and millions of people have lost their lives to it. It was first identified in late December 2019 in China as mysterious disease-causing pneumonia and severe respiratory distress. From then it spread like wildfire to different parts of the world by April 2020. WHO declared COVID-19 as a pandemic and that it is a highly communicable disease caused by a coronavirus. The disease spreads through droplet transmission from person to person when a person with COVID-19 coughs or exhales. Ever since the outbreak, wearing face masks was recommended as a part of self-protection to prevent the spread of the disease. Although much a wide range of masks such as Cloth masks, surgical masks, and more; the N95 mask is scientifically proven to protect people from deadly viruses and other germs that are categorized under bio aerosols. What Is The Mode Of Transmission Of COVID-19 Among People? COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which spreads in different ways. Current evidence suggests that the virus spreads person to person who are in close contact with each other like conversational distance. The virus can spread from an infected person’s mouth or nose through small droplets expelled into the air when they cough, sneeze, speak or sing. When another person comes into contact with the virus, it may pass through the air inhaled at short range, which is otherwise called short rage aerosol or short-range air-borne transmission. If such infectious particles come into direct contact with the eyes, nose, or mouth it is categorized as droplet transmission. The virus can also spread at a rapid rate in poorly ventilated and or crowded indoor settings or closed rooms where people tend to spend longer periods. This is because these bio aerosols (viruses or other disease-causing germs) remain suspended in the air or travel farther than the conversational distance (this is called long-range transmission). Case reports show that SARS-CoV-2 is transmitted between people by touching surfaces contaminated by virus after an ill person has recently coughed or sneezed and then directly touching the mouth, nose, or eyes. This type of transmission is called the fomite transmission. Proper hand hygiene acts as a barrier to fomite transmission and has been associated with lowering the risk of infection. Remember, ever since the outbreak of COVID-19, the virus has undergone erratic mutations and is still infecting thousands of people all over the world despite thorough vaccination programs taken up by all nations. How Can You Protect Yourself From The New Omicron Variant? You can guard yourself against the new omicron variant when you get vaccinated or get a booster dose when you are eligible for it. The most important thing to follow is taking precautionary measures that you may have relaxed like wearing a mask and avoiding crowds Avoid huge crowds, social gatherings, and holiday travel Do continue following hand hygiene Follow cough or sneeze etiquette Do All Masks Protect From The Omicron Variant? With the emergence of the new omicron variant, the new variant of concern, medical experts and scientists are warning against the masks that people are using. They are suggesting that using only the trusted and certified N95 masks can protect against Omicron, a variant that has been deemed to be three times more infectious and transmissible than delta. It has the potency to even evade the virus-fighting antibodies acquired through natural or vaccine-induced immunity. With the spike in cases of Omicron transmission, nations are imposing COVID- protocols, of which wearing an N95 mask in public is the need of the hour to control the spread. Health authorities are stressing the use of superior masks or highly functioning respirators over reusable masks. N95 is not the only mask people have to depend upon. Even the KN95 masks can offer protection as they can filter out up to 95 percent of particles in the air. Most cloth masks do not comply with standard safety procedures and are often made of a single layer that offers only minimal particulate filtration. According to research in the US, cloth masks have failed to be even a basic filter that is meeting marginal protection. So, it has been concluded that cloth masks may not work against the omicron variant. When considering surgical masks made of polypropylene can provide only some amount of particle filtration and most of them do not fit well. So cloth and surgical masks often have fit issues and provide patchy coverage. So, wearing N95 or KN95 masks made of appropriate material gives a tighter fit and better protection. In the wake of Omicron’s emergence, the WHO has issued guidelines for health workers who are in direct contact with COVID-19 infections. Workers have been asked to use medical masks like N95 along with PPE kits to ensure maximum prevention and spread from Omicron. Conclusion: It’s time to get protected from the ongoing surge of infections with Omicron. When it comes to safety and protection from COVID-19, you can do that only by following standard COVID protection protocol. Please wear only a highly protective N95 mask to prevent yourself from Omicron infection. You get the best N95 masks from certified medical suppliers. EmerDepot is the leading provider of COVID-19 safety supplies which includes Nitrile exam gloves, level 3 Medicom safe mask master series, Antilog Face shields, N95 Respirators, and many more safety products at very reasonable prices online around the U.S.A and Canada. You can also see other products like isolation gowns, oxygen concentrators, Disinfectants & sanitizers at EmerDepot. EmerDepot also provides a wide range of products online such as Medicom safe mask premier, safety gloves, and various other COVID-19 safety-related products across the U.S.A and Canada. Click here to know more!

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How to Spot Fake N95 Masks: 7 Things to Look For

by Lisa Salvati on Jan 07 2022
While a shortage of N95 respirator masks no longer exists, many counterfeit products have infiltrated the market.  Here are seven ways you can tell the difference between a NIOSH certified N95 and a fake.
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Procedure mask: uses and proper way to wear

by Naveen Polapady on Apr 01 2021
Most of us are well-versed in the fact that the face masks prevent oneself from catching illness spread through droplet infection and ensure that others do not catch our disease if we are sick with the kind of sickness circulating in the same manner. Procedure masks have most of the times been confused with surgical masks. But to be clear about the misunderstanding, procedure masks are not safe while doing any medical procedure like surgery. They do not protect against microbes and other tiny disease-causing organisms. Procedure masks in Canada gained popularity during the Corona pandemic, as they were expected to prevent the spread of the otherwise deadly disease. This again was surrounded by numerous misconceptions starting from the correct way to wear them till When, where and how to dispose of them. Procedure masks in Canada are available in three various forms, namely: With Earloops With ties With bands The correct way to wear them! The correct way to wear a procedure mask is straightforward if followed in the correct pattern. All you need to do is follow these simple steps for all these three variations. The basic idea is identical, and the difference lies only in the wearing pattern. Wash your hands properly to avoid contaminating the mask. After you take the mask out of the box, ensure no holes or defects in the front, which would otherwise hamper the actual work of a mask. To determine the mask’s front side, look for the bendable edge, which is meant to take the shape of the nose. Moreover, the colour check can also be done to determine the front side. The white side is the backside, and the coloured side is the front. The three variations of marks as discussed above have different ways to wear which are Wearing procedure mask with Earloops: Make sure you don’t touch the mask. Hold the mask with the loops and wear them around each ear. Wearing procedure mask with Ties: Getting the mask to the nose level and then placing the ties at the crown of the head is required to wear it in the right way. The ties can then given a knot to keep them at the desired place. Wearing the mask with bands: After you hold the mask in your hand, bring it to the nose level. Pull the upper band at the crown of the head and the lower band at the neck’s nape. Pinch the bendable edge with the share of the nose. Pull the mark over the chin and the mouth. Removing them! Removing the procedure mask in the correct way us as important as wearing them appropriately. Here are the steps that can be followed to remove them safely: Make sure to wash your hands properly or sanitize them. Never touch the front side of the mark because there are chances of it being contaminated. Hold the ear loops or bands, depending upon the type of procedure mask. For procedure mask with ear loops, hold the loops gently and lift them to remove. For procedure mask with bands, lift the strap at the bottom over the head and then pull the top strap afterwards to remove it. For procedure mask with bands, pull the bottom strap first and then the top strap to remove the mask. Throw the used mask in the trash and wash your hands properly. Buying procedure mask in Canada is just a click away. Visit https://emerdepot.com/  and get yourself the best quality procedure mask at the best prices that too at the convenience of your home