DAUK in The Times: rationing of eye protection and gowns
DAUK expresses concern regarding rationing of gowns and eye protection in The Times.
DAUK expresses concern regarding rationing of gowns and eye protection in The Times.
Dr Samantha Batt-Rawden, president of the Doctors’ Association UK, said: “It is not acceptable to be using gowns which are not fluid-repellant, or indeed rely just on flimsy plastic aprons and hope for the best. Our own data from 1,500 doctors across over 250 sites suggests that just 25 per cent of respondents have access to proper long-sleeve gowns, and this trend is getting worse.”
DAUK tells the Daily Mirror that the government should have stockpiled gowns as part of pandemic preparations.
DAUK is featured in Politics Home as our survey reveals the dire shortage of gowns across the frontline.
DAUK President Dr Samantha Batt-Rawden speaks to The Guardian responding to the news that gowns are set to run out in London.
DAUK responds to the news that several trusts are due to run out of gowns over the weekend.