Today, Apple announced plans to donate 2 million N95 masks to U.S. hospitals. Apple also detailed the announcement, noting that millions of masks will be donated to health professionals in the U.S. and Europe. Next up, is Apple donating masks to European hospitals in the U.S.?
With personal protective equipment (PPE) supplies declining across the U.S., hospitals are in need of masks, protective clothing and more.
Apple has taken steps to help the spread of the new coronavirus COVID-19. According to Information Technology House, Apple recently announced that it would be closing non-Chinese Apple Retail Stores until further notice, and pledged to invest $15 million in COVID-19 relief. On top of that, AppleCard customers can also sign up for a program that will allow them to delay their March bill payments. Also announced Thursday was Apple's pledge to donate money to first responders and paramedics on the scene in Italy.
Apple CEO Tim Cook said Apple is donating millions of masks to health professionals in the U.S. and Europe. The Apple team has been working hard to provide supplies in partnership with healthcare providers fighting COVID-19. Thank you to all the heroes on the front lines.