# medPPE

> Guidance on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers during COVID-19. (iPhone/iPad app by PAN AMERICAN HEALTH ORGANIZATION INC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medppe/id1544143849 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PAN AMERICAN HEALTH ORGANIZATION INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296970486)
- Category: Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-21
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medppe/id1544143849/reviews.md

## What is 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.

## Key features

- PPE recommendations for COVID-19
- Information by role and care level
- Guidance for primary care and hospitals
- PPE for aerosol-generating procedures
- Available in multiple PAHO official languages


## Frequently asked questions about medPPE

### What is medPPE?

medPPE provides information on the recommended use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. It helps professionals understand how to protect themselves while caring for patients.

### Who developed medPPE?

medPPE was developed by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO). The guidelines are based on available evidence and may vary by country.

### What languages is medPPE available in?

medPPE is available in all PAHO official languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French.

### Can medPPE help me understand PPE for specific procedures?

Yes, medPPE clarifies the type of PPE needed for aerosol-generating procedures (AGP) and other procedures involving patients with COVID-19.

### What devices support medPPE?

medPPE is supported on iPhones, iPads, and iPods, indicating compatibility with Apple's mobile operating systems.

### How often is medPPE updated?

The latest version of medPPE is 1.3.0, and it was last updated on April 1, 2022. This suggests updates are released periodically to reflect current evidence.

### Does medPPE have ads?

No, medPPE does not contain advertisements. It is a free application focused on providing essential information without interruptions.

### What is the age rating for medPPE?

medPPE has an age rating of 12+, suggesting it is suitable for users aged 12 and above.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2022-04-01

Updated PPE guidance

### 1.2.2 — 2021-01-12

Removes the donate button

### 1.2 — 2021-01-07

Ability to use the app and see all content when offline
Bug fixes and visual improvements

### 1.1 — 2020-12-26

You can now share PPE requirements with your contacts.

### 1.0 — 2020-12-11

No release notes.

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