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A modified surgical face mask containing a specialized breath sensor can accurately detect when someone has kidney disease, according to a new research published Wednesday in the journal ACS Sensors.

Specialized face mask can detect kidney disease with just your breath Date: May 7, 2025 Source: American Chemical Society Summary: Surgical face masks help prevent the spread of airborne pathogens ...

Dr. Senu Apewokin, an infectious-disease specialist at UC Health, said that while face masks can provide a temporary barrier against viruses, “we worry more about influenza than the coronavirus.

Surgical face masks became a symbol of safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. They helped prevent the spread of viruses, especially through the air. First-ever smart face mask can detect kidney ...