Method involves placing a respirator gas mask over the face to suffocate with pure nitrogen gas, causing death.

Alabama has carried out the second execution in the US using the controversial method of nitrogen gas, an experimental ...

Alabama executed convicted murderer Alan Miller on Thursday in the second-ever nitrogen-asphyxiation execution since the ...

an N95 mask. These are particulate respirators recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency and other agencies. Ones with a valve are fine to use. “These are masks that are rated and ...

Researchers have developed a prototype for a smart mask that can be used to monitor a range of medical conditions, including respiratory ailments, such as asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive ...

While medical face masks and respirators are prioritised for health and care workers, you might want to try making your own face covering. Here's our guide to different types and step-by-step ...

Maintaining optimal blood oxygen levels is crucial for overall health and well-being. Low oxygen levels, or hypoxemia, can lead to various health issues, including fatigue, shortness of breath, and ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that wearing a high quality medical mask (a KN-95 or N95, for example) can help lower the risk of respiratory virus transmission. Moreover ...

A file photo shows a box of medical face masks and hand sanitizer. On Tuesday, a mandatory masking requirement will begin at Horizon Health clinical and patient-facing areas. (Jean-Claude Taliana ...

Patients taking sulthiame, a drug currently in use for epilepsy, experienced a reduction in their symptoms of obstructive ...

The Oregon Health Authority and public health officials said a winter, fall surge of COVID-19 and the flu are likely.