The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers a free, downloadable PowerPoint presentation on selecting and using personal protective equipment in healthcare settings. The guide provides ...

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Thousands of people have grabbed masks and personal protective equipment because of new recommendations from the Center for Disease Control. But that gear, in some cases, is not ...

Sales of personal protective equipment products — such as masks and disposable gloves — are on the rise. Along with their rise in popularity is a rise in the number of these items carelessly discarded ...

This article offers a refresher on what personal protective equipment (PPE) is, how to choose the right PPE and how to wear and remove it safely. PPE aims to improve staff and patient safety, but self ...

Always test circuits for the absence of voltage before placing personal protective grounds. Just because you know it's de-energized doesn't mean that it really is. Personal protective grounds go by ...

In a recent study posted to Preprints with The Lancet*, researchers explored the physical and stress-related psychological effects of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on healthcare ...

Contrary to popular belief, as evidenced by practices in the field, using personal protective equipment is our last option when we are protecting workers from workplace associated hazards. In fact, ...

From the Black Plague and Influenza to Ebola and COVID-19, here’s how we’ve tried to protect ourselves from the spread of various diseases over the years Getting your Trinity Audio player ready ...

Last week, President Trump recommended Americans wear cloth face coverings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Local health officials explain how to properly use face coverings and other personal protective ...