The United States government handed over vital personal protective equipment (PPE) to supplement the Government of Nepal\u2019s ongoing efforts to contain the spread of novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).<\/p>\n
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) provided the PPE in response to a request from the Ministry of Health and Population.<\/p>\n
The donated PPE includes 3,000 face masks, 2,500 face shields, 2,000 shoe covers, 2,100 surgical caps, 1,000 trousers and tunics, and 10 thermo flash thermometers.<\/p>\n
These supplies will be used to protect health workers during the treatment of any suspected COVID-19 cases at designated hospitals.<\/p>\n