Masks

How to safely celebrate Halloween during a pandemic

Trick or treat? How to safely celebrate Halloween during a pandemic

Dr. Srinivas Murthy, an infectious disease expert and clinical associate professor in UBC faculty of medicine’s department of pediatrics, weighs in on how to safely celebrate Halloween during a pandemic, offering tips for parents and advice for those handing out candy from home.

Oct 26, 2020

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UBC researchers run tests to find best materials and styles for face masks

A team of UBC researchers decided to test the most popular types of mask fabrics to find out how well they filtered particles while remaining breathable.

Sep 9, 2020