Medical providers and the general public alike are taking precautions against the coronavirus, and face masks are often in demand by residents in many parts of the U.S. Here is a roundup of stories Community Impact Newspaper has compiled across its coverage area regarding face masks, whether you want to create one yourself or acquire one.
Texas designer Romy McCloskey of The Woodlands, owner of Faden Design Studios, is making medical masks for those in need free of charge. Read more about her here.
McCloskey added the masks she is in the process of making will not be the same quality as medical-grade respirator masks, but they will offer some level of protection by following guidelines laid out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in case of a crisis.
Made by Sue owner Sue Pruente, who has a shop in Keller, Texas, is also creating her own face masks and offering them for sale.
