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3D Systems, digital manufacturing provider, has developed a new COVID-19 module for its Simbionix U/S Mentor simulator. The company is making this available for general use to provide hands-on experience in point-of-care ultrasound skills training, which is essential for coronavirus screening and monitoring.

Lung ultrasound is considered an alternative to chest X-rays or CT scans for COVID-19 patients. 3D Systems is also offering a wealth of free e-learning resources during the pandemic. These remote learning programs cover a wide range of specialist medical knowledge, tasks and procedures, which can be accessed on the company's website.