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Mask Bloc Eugene
@maskbloceug.bsky.social
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Mutual aid org providing free high filtration masks and tests in Eugene/Springfield! 😷♥️

Request supplies, contact us and more at the link below. ⤵️
https://linktr.ee/maskbloceug
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Mask Bloc Eugene @maskbloceug.bsky.social · Jul 2
We’re now on Bluesky and are so excited to introduce ourselves to the Eugene/Springfield, Oregon area! In the face of systemic abandonment, we’ve got the power to have each other’s backs. Let’s make the most of it, together! 🧵
Graphic art of an orange KN95 against a trippy blue and purple background littered with green squiggles. White text that wraps around the mask reads: “What is the Eugene Mask Bloc?”
maskbloceug.bsky.social
We are BACK at Dyke Night Eugene ‘til late distributing masks, tests and lit. We keep us safe and we believe in minimizing risks when sharing community spaces!
A mask bloc member wearing a cropped tank, a leather chest harness and a black respirator stands behind the Mask Bloc tabling setup. It has a large banner at the front that says “Mask Bloc Eugene/Springfield: Free Masks For All” and the table has a spread of masks, tests and zines.
November 9, 2025 at 5:07 AM
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celestelabedz.bsky.social
If you're hesitant about wearing a mask more often, just remember that it straightforwardly ROCKS to never get sick. Even without considering long-term health benefits, just the time and energy you save is a huge quality of life increase.
November 6, 2025 at 1:53 AM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? Well, it’s kind of hard to tell, on account of the federal shutdown.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map and graph, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of orange leaves on green grass with purple shoots. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is grey, which means “No Data”. The second is text that reads, “85% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
November 6, 2025 at 2:21 AM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
We’ll be at The Campbell Club tomorrow to distribute masks, tests and literature about the ongoing pandemic! Is there anything more chilling than being left to our own devices during a time of crisis? 👻
A flyer with a maroon background and art of a lamb with an African death’s head hawkmoth on its mouth. Text above and below reads, “sca tri house halloween party, friday october 31st. at the campbell club: acadamy order, lesser angels, screechers, rinse, trimmo, and lazarus pearl. 1670 alder st, all ages, doors at 6:30 show at 7. after party at the janet smith: vampire sister, bag lady, and lisa dank. 1790 alder st, 21+ (ID required), doors at 11 show at 11:30. *other festivities in the lorax courtyard at 1648 alder st* costume contest, $10 per show or $15 for both. notaflof.”
October 30, 2025 at 8:27 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Here at Femme Dagger’s benefit show! It’s so fun getting to table at various community events and chatting with our neighbors.

Want us to table at your next event? We’d love to have more opportunities to distribute masks, tests and literature in our area! Send us an email via our link in bio. 😷♥️
Two mask bloc members sitting at a wooden picnic bench outside a music venue. One holds up a couple masks, and they both smile behind their respirators. The table has a banner at the front, and there are offerings of masks, tests and zines.
October 30, 2025 at 3:40 AM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? Well, it’s kind of hard to tell, on account of the federal shutdown.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map and graph, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of orange tree leaves against a grey sky. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is grey, which means “No Data”. The second is text that reads, “85% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
October 30, 2025 at 1:16 AM
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maskbloceug.bsky.social
We’re a small team and largely paying for supplies out of pocket, but as the pandemic continues and we get more requests in, we’re starting to need some help! We appreciate the opportunity to serve our community and keep people protected from airborne illness, allergens and pollutants!
A graphic with a yellow background and clip art of an N95 mask and a rapid COVID test on either side, a blue donation box in the center, a QR code in the bottom left corner and a mask that says “THANK YOU” in the bottom right corner. Blue text reads “MASK BLOC EUGENE/SPRINGFIELD IS ACCEPTING DONATIONS SO WE CAN CONTINUE PROVIDING FREE MASKS AND TESTS”. The link to donate is “http://TINYURL.COM/MBEUG-DONATE”
August 19, 2025 at 4:23 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
We’re out here at The People’s Fall Fest, distributing free masks, tests and lit until 4pm! 🍂

631 E 19th Ave, Building B, Eugene OR
Two mask bloc members standing at the Mask Bloc Eugene/Springfield tabling setup. The front table has a spread of masks and tests, and the side table is stocked up with a variety of literature to take.
October 25, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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cleanairie.bsky.social
🚨 study: #Healthcare workers face high SARS-CoV-2 exposure in patient rooms, 89% had detectable virus levels. Greater attention must be given to treating & managing rooms to reduce airborne viral transmission toward healthcare workers #Cleantheair

www.journalofhospitalinfection.com/article/S019...
The Omicron variant significantly increases viral load emissions in healthcare settings: implication for healthcare workers
The SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant is transmitted via contaminated droplets and aerosols, raising concerns in healthcare settings where poor ventilation and high patient density can increase airborne vira...
www.journalofhospitalinfection.com
October 23, 2025 at 7:18 AM
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drruth.bsky.social
🧠The Amygdala in the brain makes and regulates Emotions.

👃People with post-COVID smell loss show microstructural changes in their Amygdala and have higher depression and anxiety scores.

SARS-CoV-2 can affect smell & also emotions long term. buff.ly/904lVX4

#medsky 🛟😷🧪
Diagram of brain anatomy. We see the olfactory bulb in yellow attach to the amygdala also highlighted in yellow. In addition the thalamus and hippocampus (grey lavendar) are labeled. the background is a cream color.
October 23, 2025 at 10:54 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? Well, it’s kind of hard to tell, on account of the federal shutdown.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map and graph, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of green and yellow trees against a blue sky. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is grey, which means “No Data”. The second is text that reads, “94% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
October 22, 2025 at 10:32 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? Well, it’s kind of hard to tell, on account of the federal shutdown.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map and graph, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of green leaves and yellow and red flowers. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is grey, which means “No Data”. The second is text that reads, “94% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
October 16, 2025 at 1:34 AM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? Well, it’s kind of hard to tell, on account of the federal shutdown.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map and graph, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of an autumnal forest with a river cutting through it. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is grey, which means “No Data”. The second is text that reads, “92% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
October 8, 2025 at 7:17 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
If anyone’s been waiting for Novavax to be available at Costco, they have it now! (You do not need a Costco card to use their pharmacy.)
A screenshot of vaccine availability at the Costco in Eugene, Oregon: Moderna/Spikevax, Moderna/mNEXSPIKE, Flu Shot, Novavax/Nuvaxovid, and Pfizer.
October 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
We are so excited to table at the Queer Community Market this Saturday! Thanks for having us and encouraging masking at your event. 😷♥️ @queereugene.bsky.social
A flyer with a lavender color scheme and wiggly abstract corners. Text reads: Join Queer Eugene & Local Artists for Queer Eugene’s Queer Community Market. Saturday, October 11th. 12-4pm. The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd. What you’ll find: Handmade art, ceramics, books, bags, patches and stickers. Community information and resources. PLUS a free clothing exchange! Accepting donations! Visit QueerEugene.org for more info!
October 6, 2025 at 12:48 AM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? We’re using two sources to help us keep track of the country and our state of Oregon.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of a foggy evergreen forest. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is red, which means “High”. The second is text that reads, “98% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
October 1, 2025 at 5:14 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? We’re using two sources to help us keep track of the country and our state of Oregon.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of yellow autumn leaves. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is red, which means “High”. The second is text that reads, “98% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
September 25, 2025 at 4:03 AM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? We’re using two sources to help us keep track of the country and our state of Oregon.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of autumnal mountains with orange trees at the bottom. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is red, which means “High”. The second is text that reads, “98% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
September 17, 2025 at 8:49 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Thank you Ohio Clean Air Coalition for getting us 60 more rapid tests for distribution! If you’re in the Eugene/Springfield area, don’t forget we offer tests as well as masks. We keep us safe!
Cardboard boxes holding 6 rapid antigen COVID tests each.
September 16, 2025 at 12:33 AM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
We are here until late at TOGETHER WE ARE ENOUGH. Thanks for having us, RAD Eugene! UP THE PUNX
Two mask bloc members pose, presumably smiling behind their masks, at the mask bloc’s tabling setup. They’re outdoors on green grass, with a green canopy shading them. There are two tables, both with black tablecloths. The first has a banner with Mask Bloc Eugene’s logo, and a spread of tests and masks. The other table has stacks of zines weighted down by rocks. There are infographics attached to both tables.
September 14, 2025 at 7:15 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
We will see you THIS WEEKEND for the TOGETHER WE ARE ENOUGH event. We’ll have free masks and tests, for free, as always. Thanks for having us, RAD!
A metal style poster with chains and photos of graffiti in the background. White text says “TOGETHER WE ARE ENOUGH. SEPTEMBER 13TH AND 14TH 2025. ALL FREE ALL AGES AT WJ SKATE PARK. 12 PM to 10 PM. FUCK YOUR EGO - PUNK IS COMMUNITY. SPECIAL THANKS TO THE GOATS AND RAD COLLECTIVE VOLUNTEERS. MENTAL HEALTH MUTUAL AID PUNX. ORGANIZED BY R.A.D EUGENE”. There is a lineup of bands with punk and metal logos for each day.
September 11, 2025 at 7:58 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? We’re using two sources to help us keep track of the country and our state of Oregon.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of blue rocks. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is red, which means “High”. The second is text that reads, “96% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
September 10, 2025 at 11:51 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? We’re using two sources to help us keep track of the country and our state of Oregon.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of blue rocks. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is red, which means “High”. The second is text that reads, “96% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
September 10, 2025 at 11:50 PM
maskbloceug.bsky.social
Happy Wastewater Wednesday! What’s the current sitch with COVID? We’re using two sources to help us keep track of the country and our state of Oregon.

Thank you to @michael-hoerger.bsky.social for the map, and OHA for continuing to track the data coming from our wastewater treatment centers!
Two screenshots against a background of a forest. The first is a map of the US showing COVID transmission, with states colored pale yellow to maroon depending on severity. Oregon is orange, which means “Moderate”. The second is text that reads, “98% of Oregon community wastewater treatment centers were positive for SARS-CoV-2 on the most recent sample.”
September 4, 2025 at 12:47 AM
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itsbabs.bsky.social
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: our punk and drag shows have more covid mitigation than disease foundation summits and physicians conferences. Why can we do what people whose careers supposedly depend on the knowledge—with far more resources— can’t? #WeKeepUsSafe
cover image for “them” “These Are the Drag Artists and Organizers Fighting to Make Queer Spaces More COVID Safe” [image of a cheering crowd in various types of masks.] BY MILES GRIFFIS, THE SICK TIMES Photo by Abby Mahler A table covered in KN 95, KF 94, 3M aura, duckbill and dräger masks, as well as free rapid tests, and anti-Covid literature. A table covered in KN 95, KF 94, 3M aura, duckbill, and dräger masks, as well as free rapid tests, and anti-Covid literature. drag king vico suave (ortiz) dressed as izzy hands points a sword at a punching bag with the gentleman pirate’s picture on it. behind him is a smart air purifier.
May 13, 2025 at 4:36 PM