Abington Hospital Puts Out Call For Medical Supply Donations

ABINGTON, PA — As the coronavirus outbreak continues in southeastern, hospitals and healthcare facilities will be increasingly challenged to adequately supply workers on the front line.

Abington-Jefferson Health put out a call Friday for donations to help equip healthcare workers to fight back.

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Donations of the following equipment will be accepted:

• N-95 respirator masks (medical grade preferred) or industrial, NIOSH and FDA approved
• Hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol
• Surgical grade ear loop facemasks (preferred) or tieback face masks
• Masks with face shields
• Goggles (no openings on sides)

"The outpouring of support by our community for our health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic has been a source of strength for all of us," the hospital said in a statement.

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Supplies can be dropped off at Levy Medical Plaza, across from Abington Hospital, on 1235 Old York Road.

The drop-off is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.