Textile fabrics of silicon nitride for use in the manufacture of antiviral, antipathogenic, and/or antimicrobial nonwoven sanitary face masks and respirators, nonwoven filter elements, medical gowns, medical drapes, wound care dressings, seat and airline tray covers, HVAC System filters, vehicle cabin air filters and for use in the manufacture of fabric and textile layers for clothing, furniture upholstery, medical gowns and drapes, protective garments, seat covers, and table covers