COVID 19 Update: Stoma Filter to Meet N95 Specifications, Protects Against SARS-CoV-2
Developed exclusively for Laryngectomees, DeanRoseCrans.com introduces the first stoma filter available to protect against the novel coronavirus
NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa., May 7, 2020 (Newswire.com) - There is a part of the population to which COVID-19 poses a higher risk and the filter can protect users from the risk of breathing in particulates contaminated with SARS-CoV-2. Recognizing the need for laryngectomees to have the same level of protection as normal breathers, DeanRoseCrans has developed a “protective mask” just for them.
Laryngectomees breathe through a stoma, not their nose and mouth, so a conventional mask, even rated N95 gives them no protection. The new “protective mask” for a laryngectomee is actually a 3 inch square of N95 filter material with tape on all four sides. The tape holds it in place over the stoma and protects against the virus coming in from the side.
As part of the effort to get these supplies out, we are not charging any more than we do for the standard DeanRosecrans foam filters.
Dr. David Baraff , General Manager, DeanRosecrans, Inc.
Dr. Baraff, developer of this new stoma filter says, “It’s much better than a typical N95 mask which leaks around the sides, tends to fog up glasses, and is uncomfortable. For once the laryngectomee has the advantage.”
The N95 specification describes the products used by healthcare workers to protect themselves against COVID-19 by preventing the coronavirus, or SARS-CoV-2, from being breathed in. To meet the needs of laryngectomees, DeanRosecrans has developed a new filter that removes 95% of particles in the 0.1 to 0.3-micron size range.
More information can be found at DeanRoseCrans.com.
These filters are covered by insurance and Medicare.
The founder of DeanRosecrans, a laryngectomee himself, created his company in 1972 to improve the quality of life for laryngectomy patients. The company, named for its founder, offers quality stoma supplies, including but not limited to foam filters, shower collars, beaded stoma covers, speech aids and replacement batteries for Servox. DeanRosecrans always strives to provide excellence in our business.
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Dr. David Baraff, General Manager, DeanRosecrans, Inc.
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Source: DeanRosecrans, Inc.