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Sewing machines at the ready here in Cork as new volunteer group aims to help in the COVID19 fight by making masks

Rebecca Noonan
Rebecca Noonan

01:10 23 Apr 2020


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Sewing machines are the latest tool being used by a Cork volunteer group in the fight against the COVID19 outbreak.

The group is made up of local women, many of whom were former seamstresses and patchwork quilters, and some who are currently cocooning and want to use their spare time to help.

They're making face masks for distribution to frontline staff, healthcare workers and any vulnerable members of the community.

The contact for anyone who would like to inquire about the masks, or who wishes to help in anyway is Margaret Keane on 086 6066231

The woman behind the group, Dr Jenny Lynch, says sourcing the materials is becoming increasingly difficult and speaking to RedFM News she says they're hoping people will be able to help:

Sewing machines at the ready here in Cork as new volunteer group aims to help in the COVID19 fight by making masks

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