Who Should Use N95 Respirators?
N95 respirators may be used in people who are caring for people with upper respiratory viruses, or known infection with novel H1N1 swine flu. The Centers for Disease Control recommends the use of N95 respirators when people have contact with other people in regions where novel influenza virus H1N1 has been documented. In non-healthcare settings, where the liklihood of exposure to swine flu is low, use of N95 respirators is not recommended. What Models of Respirators are Available? The FDA allows the use of four models of respirators by the general public to help reduce exposure to respiratory viruses during a public health medical emergency such as H1N1 flu pandemic. The following models can be bought over the counter without a prescription: Pasture Pharma Respirator Models F550G and A520G, and 3M Respirator Models 8612F and 8670F. These respirators have been tested and shown to attain a good fit in most adults. Read on H1N1 Swine Flu Antiviral Therapy When to Wear the N95 Masks to Pre
