The effects of wearing facemasks on oxygenation and ventilation at rest and during physical activity.

The effects of wearing facemasks on oxygenation and ventilation at rest and during physical activity.

<h4>Background</h4>Facemasks are recommended to reduce the spread of SARS-CoV-2, but concern about inadequate gas exchange is an often cited reason for non-compliance.<h4>Research question</h4>Among adult volunteers, do either cloth masks or surgical masks impair oxygenation...

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Main Authors: Steven L Shein, Sofie Whitticar, Kira K Mascho, Elizabeth Pace, Richard Speicher, Kathleen Deakins
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2021-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0247414

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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0247414

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