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Post by flanz on Mar 19, 2020 16:39:17 GMT
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Post by beaglemom on Mar 19, 2020 16:57:21 GMT
I think it is a lovely idea, but these types of masks don't do much in the way of real protection.
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Post by flanz on Mar 19, 2020 16:57:36 GMT
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Post by used2scrap on Mar 19, 2020 17:08:45 GMT
I think it is a lovely idea, but these types of masks don't do much in the way of real protection. Sadly the cdc is telling health care providers how to use bandanas/scarves if needed. www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/ppe-strategy/face-masks.htmlHCP use of homemade masks: In settings where facemasks are not available, HCP might use homemade masks (e.g., bandana, scarf) for care of patients with COVID-19 as a last resort. However, homemade masks are not considered PPE, since their capability to protect HCP is unknown. Caution should be exercised when considering this option. Homemade masks should ideally be used in combination with a face shield that covers the entire front (that extends to the chin or below) and sides of the face. |
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Post by pierkiss on Mar 19, 2020 17:22:36 GMT
I think it is a lovely idea, but these types of masks don't do much in the way of real protection. They go over the actual masks. That way they can wear a cover and then whip off the cover and put on a new one as they see new patients. The covers can be washed and reused. And they can keep the same mask on all day. Not ideal but better than completely running out of masks altogether. |
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Post by flanz on Mar 19, 2020 17:31:44 GMT
I think it is a lovely idea, but these types of masks don't do much in the way of real protection. Did you watch the video? They are meant to be worn over the quickly disappearing N95 masks and washed at the end of the day's work. This is a desperate stop gap measure to try to prevent illness in those caring for patients, not a perfect replacement. |
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Post by Lexica on Mar 19, 2020 17:36:11 GMT
I think this is an excellent idea to be able to extend the use of the N95 masks! I’ve heard of facilities asking their medical staff to use the same mask for 3 to 4 days before discarding. Ideally, something that encased the appropriate N95 mask would be better, wouldn’t it? That way the same surface is not up against the medical professional’s face for days at a time. If it slipped over the mask like a pillow case, allowing for any blood or bodily fluids from patients and the medical professional’s own mouth/nose to be deposited on the cloth masks that can then be washed after every use would make it more pleasant for the staff, wouldn’t it? Or conversely, just wear two of them, one next to your mouth and one to cover the proper N95 mask if enough of a supply is received.
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Post by lisae on Mar 19, 2020 17:47:44 GMT
I'd be happy to make them as long as I can do it from home. Getting a group together as they did violates the guidelines we have been asked to follow. Most of the sewers I know are in the high risk group anyway so they need to stay home.
Will do a little more research later today to see if I can see how they are made, materials needed and how to distribute them. I couldn't open the other video or whatever it was in the article.
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Post by roundtwo on Mar 19, 2020 17:50:09 GMT
flanz, I'm very interested in this. Could you keep us in the loop when hear back from the guilds?
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Post by flanz on Mar 19, 2020 17:52:11 GMT
I'd be happy to make them as long as I can do it from home. Getting a group together as they did violates the guidelines we have been asked to follow. Most of the sewers I know are in the high risk group anyway so they need to stay home. Will do a little more research later today to see if I can see how they are made, materials needed and how to distribute them. I couldn't open the other video or whatever it was in the article. Exactly - no social distancing by that group! I envision us sewing at home, with some sort of local organization, if possible, helping source the special fabric and elastic. Here's a different take:https://www.koco.com/article/oklahoma-hospital-looks-for-seamstresses-who-can-sew-cloth-masks-to-help-combat-shortage/31785165# |
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Post by flanz on Mar 19, 2020 17:53:24 GMT
flanz , I'm very interested in this. Could you keep us in the loop when hear back from the guilds? Thanks for your interest. <3 Do you happen to belong to a guild of your own? I'm hoping that those of us who do will bring this idea to their local guilds asap. EDITED to delete the link for Oklahoma hospital which had initially asked for fabric masks. Request has been rescinded. FIRST STEP is to find out what kind of fabric item might be actually helpful and that there are places that want them. |
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Post by freebird on Mar 19, 2020 17:54:38 GMT
I'd be happy to make them as long as I can do it from home. Getting a group together as they did violates the guidelines we have been asked to follow. Most of the sewers I know are in the high risk group anyway so they need to stay home. Will do a little more research later today to see if I can see how they are made, materials needed and how to distribute them. I couldn't open the other video or whatever it was in the article.
Yeah, I laughed when I saw the picture. Actually, no. I shook my head.
I like the idea of extending the life of the n95 masks if needed.
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Post by roundtwo on Mar 19, 2020 18:00:30 GMT
flanz, I am not in a guild and I am up here in Canada so I need to some leg work to find out how to help. Thanks very much for finding this story!
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Post by SAHM wannabe on Mar 19, 2020 18:01:52 GMT
Chris Cuomo interviewed a health care provider last night. Not sure exactly who/where she is from as I caught the end of the story.
They are working on prototypes to put out a challenge for the "100 Million Mask Challenge" out to the community. They aren't ready yet, but she said they are close. He said when they're ready let him know and he'll put it on his show on CNN.
Providence.org (scroll down on home page)
This morning Pence said liability restrictions were lifted so companies who normally make N95 masks for industrial use can sell them to hospitals instead. 3M was one of the companies who is ready to start with this. The cogs in the wheels are moving...finally!!
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Post by flanz on Mar 19, 2020 18:02:37 GMT
flanz , I am not in a guild and I am up here in Canada so I need to some leg work to find out how to help. Thanks very much for finding this story! <3 Check my update above, in bold. I think we'll know a lot more by the end of the day, now that this conversation is beginning nationally. |
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Mar 19, 2020 18:10:43 GMT
My modern quilt guild is holding their meeting virtually this Saturday. I'll tune in and see if they mention it.
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Post by colleen on Mar 19, 2020 18:11:20 GMT
Just texted my sister who is a nurse anesthetist at UCSF to get her input. I would love to do this if it helps!
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Mar 19, 2020 19:32:26 GMT
I'd be happy to make them as long as I can do it from home. Getting a group together as they did violates the guidelines we have been asked to follow. Most of the sewers I know are in the high risk group anyway so they need to stay home. With your skills, and others without, I am sure they would be happy for anyone to make them onc it all gets organized! I do think they would wash/sterilize the masks before use. |
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Post by stittsygirl on Mar 19, 2020 20:01:14 GMT
This is my hospital system in Washington - Providence - that is very close to running out of masks: TIME I work in sterile processing where we use special material to wrap and sterilize instruments. Tons of this wrap gets thrown out daily in the world. Most of it is soft and pliable and keeps the instruments they cover sterile indefinitely unless it is contaminated in another manner. They say they are testing this material to see how viable it would be to make masks out of it. I know there are small groups that take the used wrap and make sleeping bags out of them for the homeless because the material is fairly impervious to most things. With hospitals cutting back on elective surgeries they won’t be processing as many instruments and will have more of this wrap available. It comes in several sizes - the largest we use is 54”x54” - so a lot of masks could be made from it. I will offer them my sewing skills if they decide to go this direction or keep trying to get vinyl, since I’m not doing much else right now. |
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Post by malibou on Mar 19, 2020 20:43:25 GMT
My sister has a business in Indianapolis that sends Doctors and/or nurses to the homes of those that need help, but don't need to go to a hospital. She also has a clinic for disability patients, that is very busy. And she does mobile ultrasounds at the jails and prisons through out Indiana.
When I asked what I could do to help, she suggested any reusable gowns or masks I could make would be put to good use. Thank you for the inspiration. I know she will appreciate this.
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Post by Basket1lady on Mar 19, 2020 21:56:20 GMT
I’m willing to make them if you can find a source. I brought my stash with me and have nothing to do right now. The only thing is that I know I don’t have a lot of 1/4” elastic. If this is a go, I’ll order some from JoAnn’s.
DD is a supervisor at the costume shop at her school. It’s shut down, but she has permission to go in and work on personal projects. I can forward the info to her as well.
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Post by flanz on Mar 19, 2020 22:02:38 GMT
My sister has a business in Indianapolis that sends Doctors and/or nurses to the homes of those that need help, but don't need to go to a hospital. She also has a clinic for disability patients, that is very busy. And she does mobile ultrasounds at the jails and prisons through out Indiana. When I asked what I could do to help, she suggested any reusable gowns or masks I could make would be put to good use. Thank you for the inspiration. I know she will appreciate this. I just want to be sure I/we're making masks that are actually effective, so still awaiting more info. Thanks for wanting to help! |
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Post by genealopea on Mar 20, 2020 3:48:05 GMT
Thanks for posting this. I got a call from my best friend today who's a nurse in Philadelphia. She asked me to make her some masks. Will be trying different patterns over the next few days and hope to have some good ones to mail her next week. I hope they help!
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Post by papersilly on Mar 20, 2020 3:57:54 GMT
I think it is a lovely idea, but these types of masks don't do much in the way of real protection. Something is better than nothing. What is leftover can be used elsewhere later where strong protection is not needed. If people want to sew and it makes them feel like they are helping, I don’t think there is any harm in it. |
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Post by tincin on Mar 20, 2020 3:59:52 GMT
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Post by SAHM wannabe on Mar 20, 2020 4:18:51 GMT
Thank you for the update Flanz! The masks will be sterilized prior to distribution. Cancer patients also need masks and the shortage is affecting them. Here's a link to a how-to video. Face Masks |
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Post by beaglemom on Mar 20, 2020 4:52:40 GMT
This is my hospital system in Washington - Providence - that is very close to running out of masks: TIME I work in sterile processing where we use special material to wrap and sterilize instruments. Tons of this wrap gets thrown out daily in the world. Most of it is soft and pliable and keeps the instruments they cover sterile indefinitely unless it is contaminated in another manner. They say they are testing this material to see how viable it would be to make masks out of it. I know there are small groups that take the used wrap and make sleeping bags out of them for the homeless because the material is fairly impervious to most things. With hospitals cutting back on elective surgeries they won’t be processing as many instruments and will have more of this wrap available. It comes in several sizes - the largest we use is 54”x54” - so a lot of masks could be made from it. I will offer them my sewing skills if they decide to go this direction or keep trying to get vinyl, since I’m not doing much else right now. If it ends up being something that can be used I would pay to have you send me some to use!! |
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Post by beaglemom on Mar 20, 2020 4:55:11 GMT
Still waiting to hear if this is doable. But I found this pattern in another group that might be an option. mask pattern |
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Post by flanz on Mar 20, 2020 5:48:39 GMT
Still waiting to hear if this is doable. But I found this pattern in another group that might be an option. mask patternThanks! I posted an option in my update in OP. Not sure if you've seen it. xo |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 20, 2020 7:02:34 GMT
I am in too and I know I can get my DH in on it since he's a quilter. Keep us updated.
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