S.W.A.G
Safer With A Gown
THE ISSUE
Right now, healthcare providers across the country are running out of isolation gowns to wear when taking care of patients during the COVID-19 global pandemic. These gowns are URGENTLY needed to keep healthcare heroes safe.
Isolation gowns are critical, as they keep the virus from getting on the clothes of the healthcare worker. Since the coronavirus can stay on surfaces for up to three days, it's really important that the healthcare workers keep the virus off their clothes.
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These gowns are used by doctors, nurses, medical assistants, and home health care workers to keep them safe when they are in close contact with patient
HOW CAN I HELP?
Become a SWAGGER! Using materials you have at home, (clean unused fabric- even sheets) and a simple pattern, you can make a gown that protects medical professionals while they are treating patients.
Click on the Instructions button at the top of the page to find downloadable directions and 2 versions of the pattern.
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU FINISH MAKING THE GOWNS
Gowns are needed all over the country.
If you know a clinic in need near you, please contact them about safe receipt of the gown.
Alternatively if you don't know a clinic, we do! Send the gowns to
456 North Meridian St. Suite 441250 Indianapolis Indiana 46244
We will make sure they go to healthcare professionals in need.