Public Health Open Access (PHOA)

ISSN: 2578-5001

Opinion

Does Irrational use Lead to a Global Shortage of PPE?

Authors: Sultana NK*, Anika TC, Saleka RS, Rahman L and Mosahrop H

DOI: 10.23880/phoa-16000165

Abstract

Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) could play a pivotal role in the protection against Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection which has shaken global health for almost 10 months now. Due to limited resource, the shortage of PPE has become an alarming issue in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to ensure an adequate supply of PPE an effective approach could be the widespread adoption of correct and recommended use of PPEs by suitable target groups.

Keywords: Coronavirus; Personal Protective Equipment; COVID-19

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