The generousity of concerned healthcare workers in Toronto is amazing. Within 1 day of an email plea for equipment donation, we've been able to secure 2 contacts with many essential medical supplies.
e.g. endotracheal tubes. These are used for helping patients secure or protect their airway to ensure that their airways are open to obtain adequate oxygen to their lungs. Commonly used in surgery while in North America, these tubes are in huge demand in Nepal. In North America, these tubes are for 'single patient use only'. In contrast, these tubes are reused in patients at hospital sites were they have mechanical ventilators that can use this technology. Needless to say, the people in Nepal will be happy to receive another batch of even expired medical equipment.
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