Rising cases lead to demand for better face masks

Better protection: Pharmacist Chen Zhun Yik (right) and health adviser Nurul Izzati Basharudin showing a sample of KF94 (left) and KN95 face masks. — ZHAFARAN NASIB/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: With Covid-19 cases surging, many consumers are willing to pay more for better face masks to stay protected.

A pharmacy here has recorded an increase in sales for KF94 and KN99 face masks, while demand for ordinary three-ply face masks has dropped by about 50%.