The Baton Rouge General released the following request on Thursday morning:
“Supply shortages are affecting the local healthcare community as we manage the impact of COVID-19. We need help from our friends in the community and organization who have supplies:
- Dentist offices
- Medical offices
- Construction companies
- Industry organizations
“Check and see if you have something that can be donated; or see if you have a supplier than can get these items in. We are asking you to see if you have extra on hand, to please call Baton Rouge General at (225) 381-6005.
“We need:
- Masks of any kind
- Safety googles
- Nitrile gloves
“This is a critical time and the hospitals need to be able to provide safe care to their patients and protect their staff. Thank you for your help in protecting our community!”