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Old 04-03-2020, 08:12 PM
 
Location: San Diego
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The kind of surgical masks you typically see are pretty much completely ineffective, if you want something that actually protects you and others you need to get the N95 like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Mwood-%F0%9D%...s%2C398&sr=8-1
The site you linked to says "Not available".

Does that answer your question?
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Old 04-03-2020, 08:16 PM
 
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So, I found one p100 mask that I had in the basement. I think, but want to confirm, that this is as good as a N95 mask?
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Old 04-03-2020, 08:20 PM
 
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N95 industrial masks lack a moisture barrier that N95 hospital grade masks — as well as surgical masks — typically have.
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Old 04-03-2020, 08:26 PM
 
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The kind of surgical masks you typically see are pretty much completely ineffective, if you want something that actually protects you and others you need to get the N95 like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Mwood-%F0%9D%...s%2C398&sr=8-1
Did you notice that it said they are currently unavailable. These masks should go to first responders before anyone else. Hospitals are hurting because they don't have enough. And since they are on the front lines they should get priority.
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Old 04-03-2020, 08:30 PM
 
Location: Honolulu, HI
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There is not enough, and a little protection is better than nothing, like many Asians are doing/been doing.
Bingo. Maybe the OP lives on another planet where N95 masks are not sold out, price gouged, or only sold to medical workers.
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Old 04-03-2020, 08:35 PM
 
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Homemade fabric mask offer some level of protection over no mask at all. HOWEVER! One must wash the mask after each day it’s worn. Even a bandana or cut up old T-shirt is better than no mask at all. A proper surgical mask is better than a fabric homemade mask but right now even hospitals are rationing those types of mask. If you have mask for wood working or pollen then go ahead and use those.
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Old 04-03-2020, 08:51 PM
 
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Wear a motorcycle helmet, if you are that concerned.
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Old 04-03-2020, 08:53 PM
 
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So, I found one p100 mask that I had in the basement. I think, but want to confirm, that this is as good as a N95 mask?
Yes, it is actually better than an N95 and will capture 98.8% of 0.3 micron particles, as opposed to the 95% the N95 will. The "P" indicates it is oil resistant.
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Old 04-03-2020, 10:38 PM
 
Location: Rochester, WA
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The cotton home made masks are all we need if we're trying to stay apart anyway. Leave the good masks for people who HAVE to get close.
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Old 04-03-2020, 10:51 PM
 
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The cotton home made masks are all we need if we're trying to stay apart anyway. Leave the good masks for people who HAVE to get close.

Those are only good if no one within 30 feet sneezes or coughs.
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