Problem

The N95 surgical face mask is a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) designed to prevent a wearer from inhaling potentially harmful airborne particles. Due to the growing coronavirus pandemic, hospitals around the world are quickly running out of N95 masks.

Task

Medical personnel are now asking for mission-critical help to solve the shortage of N95-type masks. Solutions include but are not limited to sewn or 3D printed masks to be used by hospital staff.

Point-of-Contact

Please direct questions to Jaclyn Hostetter (jaclyn@americanretirementhomes.net).

Useful Databases

• DIY Hand-Sewn Face Mask
• Open-Source COVID-19 Mask
• CDC’s FAQs about PPE

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