This includes WHO Priority Medical Devices, specifically: surgical masks, non-surgical masks, gloves, goggles, face shields, gowns and N95 masks.
Can 3D printing be used to make personal protective equipment (PPE)?
While it is possible to use 3D printing to make certain PPE, there are technical challenges that have to be overcome to be effective enough. For example, 3D-printed PPE may provide a physical barrier, but 3D-printed PPE are unlikely to provide the same fluid barrier and air filtration protection as FDA-cleared surgical masks and N95 respirators.
What is the personal protective equipment donation hotline in Illinois?
For donations, email [email protected] For general questions about COVID-19, call the hotline at 1-800-889-3931 or email [email protected]
Can face shields help in preventing the spread of COVID-19?
Face shields are not as effective at protecting you or the people around you from respiratory droplets. Face shields have large gaps below and alongside the face, where your respiratory droplets may escape and reach others around you and will not protect you from respiratory droplets from others.
Which face shields are recommended to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
Choose a face shield that wraps around the sides of your face and extends below your chin or a hooded face shield. This is based on the limited available data that suggest these types of face shields are better at preventing spray of respiratory droplets.
COVID-19 personal protective equipment (PPE) Donations.
- Masks: N-95. Earloop. Surgical.
- Gowns: Isolation. Non-Descript.
- Gloves: Nitrile. Sterile. Surgical.
- Eye Protection: Face Shields. Goggles.
- Infection Control Kits.
- Hand Sanitizer (any size)
- Disinfectant Wipes (any size)
- Thermometers (forehead only)
- All items should be in the manufacturer’s original packaging and unopened. Unfortunately, we cannot accept open product or homemade items. We recommend you contact your local first responders (Police, Fire, EMS) to see if they can utilize your items.
Are cloth masks a suitable option for protection against COVID-19?
Cloth masks are a more suitable option for community use when medical masks are unavailable. Protection provided by cloth masks may be improved by selecting appropriate material, increasing the number of mask layers, and using those with a design that provides filtration and fit. Cloth masks should be washed daily and after high-exposure use by using soap and water or other appropriate methods.
What is the COVID-19 hotline number in Illinois?
For general questions about COVID-19 and Illinois’ response and guidance, call 1-800-889-3931 or email [email protected]
What are the requirements for donating COVID-19 convalescent plasma?
Individuals must have had a prior diagnosis of COVID-19 documented by a laboratory test and meet other donor criteria. Individuals must have complete resolution of symptoms for at least 14 days prior to donation. A negative lab test for active COVID-19 disease is not necessary to qualify for donation.
Who can donate plasma to help treat COVID-19 patients?
If you have fully recovered from COVID-19, you may be able to help patients currently fighting the infection by donating your plasma. Because you fought the infection, your plasma now contains COVID-19 antibodies.