A Hereford vets has donated face masks and disposable aprons to the city's St Michael's Hospice.

The gift of 50 masks and 100 aprons came from the Holmer Veterinary Surgery.

The hospice said in a social media post that they will "help us to remain coronavirus-free for as long as possible".

Rachel Dover, head nurse at the vets, said: "Many of our staff have experienced the exceptional care provided by St Michael's, so we were very happy to reply to their call and provide the vital items."

There has been a global shortage of medical masks since the outbreak of the epidemic sparked a huge surge in sales.