May 25, 2020
COVID-19 disease, caused by coronavirus, is primarily transmitted by droplet infection through contact with infected persons. When an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks, small airborne particles are transferred to another person. There is currently a very high demand for protective equipment designed to provide protection against airborne particles, including protective masks, medical gloves, overalls and face shields. These items of personal protective equipment, which are used primarily to protect the health of medical professionals and infected persons in health care facilities, are classified as medical devices. The most important aspects to consider when placing new personal protection medical devices on the market are presented below.