Living with in-mask micro-climate

Med Hypotheses. 2020 Nov:144:110010. doi: 10.1016/j.mehy.2020.110010. Epub 2020 Jun 19.

Abstract

The in-mask micro-climate is heat and moisture buildup under facemasks but facemask doffing can immediately neutralize in-mask elevations in temperature and relative humidity. Therefore, home/workplace/facility living with in-mask micro-climate during COVID-19 pandemic warrants safe provisions for intermittent facemask "vacation".

Publication types

  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19 / prevention & control*
  • Hot Temperature
  • Humans
  • Humidity
  • Masks* / adverse effects
  • Microclimate*
  • Pulmonary Ventilation