Will this protect me from Ebola?
1640497
Based on Doffing instructions: the hood could present a problem as the demonstrations that I have seen involves a "detached hood". In addition, the foot protection is limited because the boots do not extend to the knees. You would still need a minimum of an N95 mask, face shield, and two pairs of nitrile gloves. Another important factor is whether or not the actual suit is non-permeable.
846532
Yes, just make sure you wear appropriate eye, head, and body protective gear!
1674827
First of all, I'm pretty sure Ebola isn't airborne, but if it were, as long as you have toxic filters, you should be ok. It really all depends on the filters. I'm not sure if they make filters better than the pink toxic ones, but they may for medical professionals working with infectious diseases. As far as I know, the toxic filters keep EVERYTHING out including smells and toxic gasses at the molecular level.
2263412
Yes, it will protect your whole face and neck. It is vented, so it is cool as well. The only downside is that you look like you are on an African safari... :-) But, I really do love it!
1902000
This will protect your pc as well as your phone. I have another one of these to protect my counter top convection oven. However, make sure you read the part that tells you what the wattage will accomodate.
563972
Yes other reviewers are correct, there are small holes in this bag. I can't give an exact answer as I'm not a medical professional but I would think it should give some protection. Bed bugs have to be brought in from an outside source so if you are storing a mattress and don't already have bed bugs you should be safe. If you do currently have bed bugs I would not trust this bag and I would consult an exterminator who knows what they're doing.
1919569
Others have indicated that it will filter Ebola. Why aren't haz mat suits being made of the same material? Funny, but just a thought.
1507864
I'm not a qualified health worker but can answer this question from a common knowledge basis. The Ebola virus is not an airborne virus. It is transmitted by direct contact. Per the WHO, "Ebola ...spreads in the community through human-to-human transmission, with infection resulting from direct contact (through broken skin or mucous membranes) with the blood, secretions, organs or other bodily fluids of infected people, and indirect contact with environments contaminated with such fluids." So, generally this respirator will not directly defend or protect one from the Ebola virus. However, it can provide secondary or indirect protection. Wearing the respirator will protect the mouth, nose and parts of the face from exposure to or contact with infected hands or other body parts or body fluids/blood. This is the best response that I can give. I recommend contacting qualified health care workers for more information.
1401234
I doubt it. I'm not real sure it keeps anything away. More of a conversation piece than anything. Good luck.
765220
Depends on your application, really. If using for protection from a deadly, airborne, (aerosol, like Ebola) contagion NO. NOT RECOMMENDED. If you have the flu & are wearing it to protect others, sure...
1018160
I put it in my purse, after going through the security scanning I go to the rest room and put the ThermCare on. I have never tried going through scanning with it on
1787253
That I cannot answer but best advice in any weather pack your supplies in ziplock bags for full protection. I purchased this item as a gift.
260863
No. I thought so at first, but then, sure enough, two weeks later... Ebola. Caveat emptor.
469268
I was really impressed with the answer provided by Margaret. Because I had no idea it provided that much protection.I will be purchasing more of the product.
1258159
I'm not sure, I understand that if you would use a protective electronic bag, that you're electronics come wrapped in this might help. I hope that this would never happen. God Bless Us...
285563
Frank, they are correct, but that does not concern me. It's just CO2, not like it's going to have the Ebola virus, or deadly spores, floaties etc. I've been using tanks filled at Dick's Sporting Goods, and no issues at all.
712863
It will protect your face and part of your neck. It covers the head very well, then again it depends on what exploded.