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Some Prefer Face Shields to Masks. Experts Are Split on Effectiveness
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says cloth face coverings can help slow the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19, but many people still resist wearing masks. Some people claim they can’t breathe well while wearing them. But what about face shields, worn like hats with a curved piece of plastic that comes down in front of...
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Local Doctor, 3D Printing Company Adapt Face Shields for Healthcare Workers
A grey market has emerged in the medical community as doctors and nurses search for personal protective equipment. It’s leading to some out-of-the-box ideas. A Survey Monkey poll NBC 6 conducted showed that more than half of South Florida doctors and nurses told us they did not have enough personal protective equipment in hospitals, many times re-using the same...
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