NHS staff have spoken of their 'genuine fear' as they are forced to buy their own protective equipment. NHS staff have spoken of their 'genuine fear' as they are forced to buy their own protective equipmentWithout adequate provisions, healthcare staff are at heightened risk of infection. One senior doctor in West Yorkshire told the i there was 'genuine fear' among workers who are being left without necessary kit. NHS guidelines state medical staff are to have protective FFP3 masks 'fit-tested' to ensure adequate resistance against infection. 'I saw genuine fear in my staff today - they are fully aware that they are not as protected as they could be.'

Source: Daily Mail March 21, 2020 01:16 UTC