Rational Use of Personal Protective Equipment for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | NLM

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Rational Use of Personal Protective Equipment for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

02/27/2020 12:00 AM EST

Source: World Health Organization (WHO). Published: 2/27/2020. This seven-page document summarizes World Health Organization recommendations for the rational use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for novel coronavirus (COVID-19), in health care and community settings, including the handling of cargo. It is intended for those involved in the distribution and management of PPE, as well as public health authorities and individuals in health care and community settings, to understand when PPE use is most appropriate. (PDF)