Mask Makers Help Supply MelroseWakefield Hospital

June 11, 2020

Face masks help slow the spread of COVID-19 and local and even national mask makers have donated thousands of the face coverings to MelroseWakefield Hospital.

The masks make both a fashion statement and have practical uses including employing people who make them.

The washable, reusable masks cover the nose and mouth and help prevent wearers from spreading the virus, if they have the deadly COVID-19 and also from contracting the virus.
 

Read the full story in the Melrose Free Press here

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• MelroseWakefield Hospital
• COVID-19 + RSV + Flu
• Giving
• Infectious Diseases

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