In the early days of the pandemic, with governments around the world scrambling to secure adequate stocks of personal protective equipment (PPE), there simply wasn’t enough to go round. This prompted calls for ‘a national effort’ on behalf of healthcare staff in the UK.
As well as spurring suppliers (new and old) into action the government’s rallying cry has also led to new research into PPE and how it can be improved to better meet the unique issues that healthcare personnel face.
Designers of PPE for healthcare settings face a dichotomy between protection and non-interference.
Face masks and visors have to be robust enough to provide the best protection against invisible airborne droplet infection but at the same time be flexible enough to allow unencumbered communication between clinician and patient. They must be comfortable enough to be worn for many hours while fitting and removal must be straightforward and, as far as possible, risk-free.
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