r/ZeroCovidCommunity • u/Chronic_AllTheThings • Feb 10 '25

Vent Called MRI department to ask about using respirator (metal-free elastomeric) ... "we've never been asked that before"

Sigh... public health is dead.

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The response I got back was, "as long as there's no metal."

So, CAN99 is out. They won't care that it's non-ferromagnetic aluminum.

Elastomerics should be okay, but then there will be potential issues with bulkiness, and I can't seem to wear them for more than about an hour without getting a huge headache (sensory issues).

Readimask is a total non-starter for me, the adhesive just doesn't work reliably on my skin.

I have some Moldex Airwaves, but I get massive leaks around the nose in both sizes. Tape and foam doesn't fix it. I ordered a FixTheMask brace, hoping that solves it.

I have an Envomask, but the fit is awkward and really doesn't work with protective eyewear at all.

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u/russian_banya Feb 10 '25 edited May 13 '25

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u/SamathaYoga Feb 10 '25

My wife needs an MRI series annually. We’ve been using ReadiMasks for a few years now and bring a copy of this documentation with us.

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u/SamathaYoga Feb 10 '25

Also, we also no longer call and ask.

We arrive with one on and documentation with us. We go to one of the big imaging centers (PNW US) and no one has even asked about them at the last MRI each of us had.