N95 Vs. KN95 Masks: What's the Difference?

You've probably been wearing a mask when out in public for a majority of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, but are you still wearing the right one? Since new mutations of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19)—like the Delta variant, and now Omicron—are even more contagious, it's important to wear masks with a high-filtration capacity and a snug fit. N95 and KN95 masks best fit that bill.

But what exactly are N95 and KN95 masks, what are the differences between them, and which mask should you ultimately purchase? Here are the facts.

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