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Study Uses Visuals to Show Effectiveness of Different Types of Face Coverings

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Face masks are one of the best tools we have in the fight against coronavirus. But with all the options out there you may wonder what style of mask is most effective in its protection.

A new study out from Florida Atlantic University answers just that question after testing four styles of face covering. Researchers discovered that the sewn, multi-layered masks available from many clothing brands and on sites like Etsy were most effective at protecting against respiratory droplets.

Next up for effectiveness were cone-style non-sterile masks you can find at pharmacies, followed by homemade folded masks. Bandanas were least effective at protection among the styles tested.

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