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To help combat the ongoing novel coronavirus threat, Emerson Hospital in Concord is asking for the help from the communities it serves.

"We have been heartened by our community's response to this global situation," the hospital posted to its website. "We are planning for a high volume of patients in which our inventory will begin to deplete rapidly. Contributions of critical supplies and equipment, as well as cash donations of every size are appreciated at this time."

Recently, the Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional High School districts donated 400 masks.

"They are happy to have people begin sewing fabric masks as well," Superintendent Laurie Hunter wrote on her message page. "Please use this information if you are interested in participating: https://twitter.com/cps_cchs/status/1241700895907352580.

Emerson Hospital is currently in need of the following items:

Masks-surgical and n95Gowns-Tyvek suits or similarEye protection-face shields of any kindHand sanitizer.

The hospital will accept home-made mask donations to use in the event its mask supply is depleted.

The hospital is also accepting monetary donations.

The hospital is also looking for blood donors. An appointment is required to maintain social distancing. To make an appointment, call Emerson’s Blood Donor Center at 978-287-3390.

"Thank you to all of our wonderful community blood donors who are vital every day," the hospital posted, "and especially during a public health emergency."

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