Hamilton ON
As many know we are experiencing a shortage of masks around the country. Currently, in Ontario, social workers and other front line staff working with marginalized populations are facing the prospects of having to close or reduce their operations due to the lack of PPE. The first phase of our project aims to provide Face Shields and Cloth Masks to vulnerable populations and staff in the Hamilton area. Moving forward we hope to be able to provide face shields and masks to anyone in Ontario with a need.
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CDC STRATEGIES
From the CDC Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of Facemasks
"HCP use of homemade masks: In settings where facemasks are not available, HCP might use homemade masks (e.g., bandana, scarf) for care of patients with COVID-19 as a last resort. However, homemade masks are not considered PPE, since their capability to protect HCP is unknown. Caution should be exercised when considering this option. Homemade masks should ideally be used in combination with a face shield that covers the entire front (that extends to the chin or below) and sides of the face."
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