To help protect the health and safety of local health care workers, the County of Santa Cruz has established an online system for donating personal protective equipment. Supplies sought include:
- Eye protection, like goggles, face shields
- Antibacterial and disinfecting wipes, typically alcohol or bleach based (unopened). NO baby wipes.
- N-95 and surgical masks (in unopened containers/boxes)
- Medical gowns: Disposable gowns, as well as cloth surgical and hospital gowns in good condition
Such equipment is in high demand nationally as the health care infrastructure prepares for a surge in COVID-19 patients.
Any donations will be prioritized and distributed according to medical need within Santa Cruz County., according to the county announcement.
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If you can help, visit www.santacruzhealth.org/ppedonate, and fill out a brief online form.
For local information on COVID-19, see www.santacruzhealth.org/coronavirus, call 211 or text “COVID19” to 211211. Residents may call (831) 454-4242 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.