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FDA: Don’t use certain N95 respirators and masks made by O&M Halyard | AHA News

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Health care providers and consumers should not use certain N95 respirators made by O&M Halyard because they do not meet quality and performance expectations, and should not use certain surgical masks and pediatric face masks made by the company for fluid barrier protection, the Food and Drug Administration announced today. FDA continues to evaluate the models, and advised customers to watch for future updates or recommendations. O&M Halyard recently told customers it is working to increase the supply of alternative products but expects some face mask shortages into May.    Respirator Ffp2 Mask

FDA: Don’t use certain N95 respirators and masks made by O&M Halyard | AHA News
FDA: Don’t use certain N95 respirators and masks made by O&M Halyard | AHA News

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