The response to UMMC/UMSON's call for cloth face masks has been overwhelming and heartwarming. As of Sunday, April 4, those responding to UMSON's call had provided UMMC with nearly 2,000 face masks.
But UMMC now has an even greater need for cloth face masks and is asking anyone willing and able to participate in making them to do so.
These cloth face masks, which will be provided to patients, visitors, and staff members working in non-direct patient care, will allow the hospital to preserve medical-grade masks for those providing direct patient care.
If you are able to sew and can provide face masks for the cause, please consider doing so.
In addition, UMMC is seeking assistance from anyone with a 3D printer. Because providers have to wear face masks for extended periods of time, it can cause skin breakdown and irritation. Plastic “ear savers” can alleviate this issue.
- Template for the Preferred Design (pictured, above)
- Alternate Design 1
- Alternate Design 2
- Alternate Design 3
Links to sewing instructions, a PDF template, and collection details for masks and/or ear savers can be found here.