Apps in this category may contain mild or occasional cartoon, fantasy or real-life violence, as well as occasional or mild adult, sexually suggestive or horrifying content and may not be suitable for children under 9 years of age.

12+

Apps in this category may contain occasional mild indecent language, frequent or intense cartoon or real-life violence, minor or occasional adult or sexually suggestive material, and simulated gambling, and may be for children under 12 years of age.

17+

You must be at least 17 years old to access this App.

Apps in this category may contain frequent and intense offensive language; Frequent and intense cartoon, fantasy or realistic violence: frequent and intense adult, scary and sexually suggestive subjects: as well as sexual content, nudity, tobacco, alcohol and drugs, may not be suitable for children under 17 years of age.

medPPE Screenshots

iPad

iPhone

About medPPE

The App was elaborated by PAHO/WHO. It is important to take into account that protocols may vary by country, and that these guidelines are from the PAHO/WHO, based on the evidence available to date. It is available on all PAHO official languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese and French.

This app provides information about the recommended use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for COVID-19. It will support health-care workers on the use of Personal Protective Equipment and how to protect themselves while caring for patients.

Health-care workers can find the information by role, level of care, and multiple departments for primary health care settings or hospital facilities. This app also clarifies what kind of PPE is needed when performing aerosol generating procedures (AGP) and other procedures in patients with COVID-19.