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Since the start of the Coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan, hospitals throughout the city have been facing a shortage of face masks and crucial medical supplies. To support doctors battling at the frontlines of the deadly virus outbreak, China General Chamber of Commerce - USA (CGCC) Foundation has appropriated $30,000 to purchase surgical-grade masks and other essential medical supplies to donate to hospitals in Wuhan as part of its ongoing Wuhan Medical Supply Donation Effort.
Donation Effort Progress Timeline:
January 23rd - CGCC Foundation started its Wuhan Medical Supply Donation Effort, welcoming its member companies to donate urgently needed medical supplies.
January 31st - the first batch of donated medical supplies left CGCC’s office in New York for Wuhan via CGCC member company SF Express
February 7th - the first batch of medical supplies successfully reached Wuhan No.1 Hospital （武汉市第一医院） and China Resources & WISCO General Hospital （华润武钢总医院）
Week of February 7th - The second batch of medical supplies will be sent out from Los Angeles for Wuhan this week.
Until February 14th - CGCC is collecting medical supplies for the third batch of donations
Join the Donation Effort!
CGCC and CGCC Foundation are currently collecting donations for its third batch of supplies for hospitals in Wuhan until February 14th and encourages all interested to join the donation effort.
To learn how to participate in this effort, view the “HOW TO JOIN THE DONATION EFFORT” section below.
CGCC and CGCC Foundation greatly appreciates all donations and support from its member companies and partners.
HOW TO JOIN THE DONATION EFFORT
Q: How can I or my company take part in CGCC’s Wuhan Medical Supply Donation Effort?
A: CGCC Foundation is currently accepting new disposable medical masks, goggles, and other medical supplies that meet the following requirements:
1. Medical Protective Mask: 3M N95 9132 and/or 1860
2. Medical Surgical Mask: ASTM F2100-ii level 2 and/or level 3
3. Disposable Medical Mask: ASTM F2100-ii level 2 and/or level 3
4. Medical Disposable Gloves: Powder-free (Surgical Glove size 6.5,7,7.5)
5. Medical Isolation Suit: Certified for prevention of viral transmission
6. Medical Goggle: Splash-proof, indirect and/or non vented, anti-fog, transparent
Please contact Caren Poon (caren.poon@cgccusa.org) to make sure all medical supplies meet the requirements. Please ship your donations to the following address:
China General Chamber of Commerce – USA
19 E 48th Street, 3rd Floor,
New York, NY 10017
CGCC Foundation is also accepting donations by check. Please address the check to “CGCC Foundation Inc.”
If you have any additional donation questions, kindly email caren.poon@cgccusa.org
Coronavirus Resources
CGCC Member company Littler has kindly provided several Coronavirus related resources to help fellow CGCC member companies learn more about the virus and what they can do to keep the workplace safe.
WEBINAR: "The Coronavirus: Tips for Employers"
About: This recorded webinar provides information on how to prevent the Coronavirus in the workplace. To view the webinar, kindly fill out the registration form.
Coronavirus: Employer Action Items
Additional Resources:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC)
World Health Organization (WHO)
United States Department of Labor, OSCHA