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DIY masks not 100% protective vs. Covid-19: WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) stated that improvised personal protective equipment (PPE) can offer some protection but not 100% against COVID-19, serving as a temporary solution during a global shortage.
WHO Representative in the Philippines Dr. Rabindra Abeyasinghe acknowledged that do-it-yourself gear might provide a degree of protection, emphasizing that any protection is better than none in the current circumstances.
The WHO advises that face masks should primarily be reserved for frontline health workers to ensure their safety and ability to care for infected patients.
Dr. Abeyasinghe urged the private sector to assist the government in procuring and supplying PPE to protect healthcare workers.
The WHO is committed to helping the Philippine government manage existing PPE supplies to reduce waste and secure larger quantities to address the ongoing outbreak.
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