How often you can reuse KN95 or N95 masks — and how to safely do it
Health experts have recommended switching to N95 or KN95 face masks as the omicron coronavirus variant — which transmits and evades COVID-19 vaccines more easily than past strains — spreads throughout the United States.
But can these higher-quality masks be used more than once?
Some experts say yes — with limitations — as long as it’s done safely. Here’s what to know:
Reusing N95 and KN95 masks
N95 and KN95 respirators are designed for a single use, so reusing them is not ideal. But some experts say that members of the general public should be able to get away with wearing them a few times before they need to be thrown out, if they take certain steps.
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