While countries and communities across the United States and the world may be pulling down their masks in schools and local businesses, but now isn’t really the time to drop their guard with BA.2 variant cases, infections, and deaths on the rise.

When vaccinated people can finally go without masks in public depends on how fast the rates of disease drops and what percentage of people remain unvaccinated in the surrounding community. Until then, it’s best to keep wearing a mask even after being vaccinated.

Understanding the various certifications of respirators and facemasks offered across the healthcare market from FDA, to NIOSH, and CE can be a bit overwhelming to start. That’s why CovCare is helping consumers better clarify the mask and certification that best meets their needs.

From NIOSH Certified N95 face masks to CE Certified KN95 respirators, we break down the different types of masks carried by CovCare to help provide some insight on which type of mask is the most appropriate for your daily and work needs.

In an attempt to stop the spread of COVID-19 as cases spike, fast food restaurants like McDonald’s and Chipotle announced that they are implementing mandates for customers to wear masks or face coverings at their locations worldwide.

In states like Arizona, Texas, Florida, and California local fire departments are coping with a rising number of firefighters testing positive for Coronavirus or quarantined, as respective stations across the United States continue to fight COVID-19 and attempt to stay afloat.