Novelty mask cover

Abstract

A stick-on covering for a mask is disclosed. The cover is sized and configured to fit on a standard size surgical type mask. In a preferred embodiment, the cover is made of a breathable filter material. The invention discloses a novelty, breathable, peel-and-stick mask cover.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is based upon and claims benefit of copending and co-owned U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60 / 958,956 entitled “Novelty Mask Cover”, filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on Jul. 10, 2007 by the inventor herein, the specification of which is incorporated herein by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates generally to breathing masks, and more particularly to a breathable decorative cover that can be applied to a breathing mask.[0004]2. Background of the Prior Art[0005]People who are ill and particularly people in hospitals must protect themselves from infectious diseases. People with compromised immunity systems, such as someone undergoing chemotherapy for cancer treatment, are particularly susceptible to infection and disease from airborne pathogens. Typically, someone undergoing chemotherapy will wear a mask in order to protect him or h...

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Benefits of technology

"The present invention provides a cover for a breathing mask that allows wearers to choose their own look and enhance their fashion. The cover can be attached to a standard breathing mask using a peel-and-stick attachment means. Additionally, the cover can have a decorative image on at least one side and allow wearers to self-express and enhance their own image and self-esteem. This invention provides a novelty and a breathable filter material for a mask."

Problems solved by technology

People with compromised immunity systems, such as someone undergoing chemotherapy for cancer treatment, are particularly susceptible to infection and disease from airborne pathogens.

Unfortunately, most masks are plain and ugly, and carry the stigma of poor health.

With the inevitable loss of hair that results from such cancer treatment, having to wear such an ugly mask merely adds to the indignity and diminishes the spirit for healing.

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