Discussion Brief
The World Health Organization recommends that in addition to Administrative and Environmental Infection Control procedures such as proper cough etiquette and ventilation, personal protective equipment such as N95 and FFP2 respirators should be worn by health workers working with TB patients (Annex 7, 2009).
More than 100 resources and discussions have been posted so far by GHDonline members, raising important practical questions such as: Which respirators protect against TB and how effective are they? How should a respirator be worn? Can a respirator be re-used safely? How long can respirators be worn? What are the costs of various models and do members have recommendations for suppliers?
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