Dossier
protective gear
Coverage of protective gear in the Nexus archive.
- In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear"
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, health workers are facing the Ebola outbreak with limited protective gear and tests. Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains, leaving them without necessary resources to contain the outbreak.
- Male EMT in Royals dugout drilled by foul ball in the absolute worst possible spot
An EMT in the Kansas City Royals' dugout was struck in the groin by a foul ball during a game against the Oakland Athletics in Sacramento. The incident highlights the dangers of line drives in baseball, particularly for players and staff in vulnerable positions like catchers, first basemen, and dugout personnel. The article emphasizes the importance of protective gear, such as cups, in high-risk areas of the field.