Overlake hospital said it follows safety gear guidelines, but its policies show otherwise
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Overlake Medical Center told King County earlier this month that it was following state guidelines on personal protective equipment, such as masks, gowns, and gloves.
But documents obtained by KUOW show Overlake policies advise healthcare workers reuse N95 respirators for longer than recommended by the Washington State Department of Health.
Overlake hospital said it follows safety gear guidelines, but its policies show otherwise
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