COVID-19 disruptions to the global supply chain has caused a shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) at healthcare facilities world-wide. Traditional manufacturers are unable to fill the demand for equipment. Additive manufacturing has been able to help slacken the need by creating novel PPE. Over 8000 reusable filtered masks, over 10000 face shields, and testing equipment were created with the combined efforts of healthcare organizations, academic institutions, community maker organizations, and creative industry partners.
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