Update

Good morning-
Good news...My nephew is doing a lot better. Had a few tough days, this definitely is a tough disease to kill once it gets into your lungs. We were able to get him on the Chloroquine and Z pack along with a nasty antibiotic.
After doing some research on face masks...if, you are making them, keep in mind that vacuum cleaner bags are a great filter. I am making mine with a pocket to slip in a new filter everyday. One bag can make many 5x6 filters.

Prayers for all to get through this safely. There are so many sacrificing in our communities to keep us safe!

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Comment by Pam/NY on April 5, 2020 at 7:54am: Thanks Janet for the fiberglass tip. I am only making face masks for family and friends, but it's nice to know what the hospitals are looking for!

Comment by Peggy Stuart on April 4, 2020 at 7:57pm: So glad for the good news! Our local hospital (we only have one in Bend) gave us instructions and a pattern for what they want. I'm posting a blog with a tutorial if you want to have a look. It also has a pouch for a filter, which they will provide, along with a wire to fit it to the nose. I'm using up some of my stash.

Comment by Kathleen Kingsbury on April 4, 2020 at 5:38pm: Oh that is good news!!

Comment by Janet/MO on April 4, 2020 at 6:48am: I just read online that people need to be very careful about what type of vacuum cleaner bags they use as some of fiberglass in them. I have also heard that people are using coffee filters cut to size.

Comment by Irene Gallway on April 3, 2020 at 6:19pm: I'm glad your nephew is getting better. So far here in Washington County no word of this virus being here. Thanks for the tip on vacuum cleaner bags. I have a lot of them and planning on making some masks. So will make sure I will line them with the bags.

Comment by Barb/WI on April 2, 2020 at 5:33am: Thank you for posting the great news update on your nephew. Let's all continue to take this seriously and stay safe.