PPE

While there is no solid evidence that discarded masks pose a health threat, they do threaten the environment.

MaskNB, an initiative announced by Mayor Jon Mitchell in partnership with the Southeastern Massachuestts chapter of the American Red Cross and Joseph Abboud Manufacturing Corporation, will continue mask distribution this weekend, June 6 and 7, at New Bedford High School’s parking lot...

The masks are made by Joseph Abboud, the city-based menswear manufacturer.

The Massachusetts State Police Marine Unit on Thursday transported a shipment of personal protective equipment from the New Bedford State Pier to Martha’s Vineyard. The gear will be distributed to first responders and public safety personnel on the front lines of the coronavirus fight on the island, Massachusetts State Police said...

The workers qualify for testing at sites in Foxboro and West Springfield that were once reserved for first responders.

Personal Protective Equipment is in low supply and high demand, with the gap growing wider.

The SEIU finds tens of millions of masks but Charlie Baker comes up empty.