The boss of a Leicester branded promotional products firm is donating tens of thousands of thermometers to help with the fight against coronavirus.
Paul Rowlett, founder of Everything Branded, is donating 20,000 strip thermometers to organisations and individuals.
It follows reports of increased calls to the NHS 111 helpline, and price gouging and stock shortages hindering people's access to self-diagnostic equipment.
Everything Branded contacted its supplier to order the strip thermometers and posted social media messages, urging those in need to get in touch.
The products are being donated and delivered for free on a first-come, first-served basis.
Organisations which have benefited so far include the Royal College of Nursing, Kingsthorpe College and Inspire Youth Zone.
The NHS has said that a high temperature of 38 degrees or above could be a sign of Covid-19, and urges anyone with this symptom or a new, continuous cough to stay home and use the NHS 111 helpline.
Mr Rowlett, who last summer appeared on Channel 4’s undercover show The Secret Teacher, said: "We have donated head thermometers in an effort to help people with self-diagnosis, especially in settings where social distancing is more difficult.
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“The hope is that it puts minds at rest and reduces strain on our pressurised health service, as well as encouraging anyone with a diagnosable fever to distance properly and get the help they need."
Everything Branded is also issuing free care kits, including thermometers and small hand sanitisers, to select clients, and putting together goodie bags for children.
Mr Rowlett said: "Now is a very difficult time for children in particular, and there are concerns about the effect this could have on mental health.
“So, our next goal is to donate 500 goodie bags containing items like colouring books and crayons, the hope being that they help to put smiles on children's faces and alleviate boredom.
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"Everything Branded hasn't been immune to the negative effects of the pandemic, but we're doing everything we can to protect staff, customers and the wider community.
“More than ever, we need to work together. I hope our efforts have a positive impact and inspire others do what they can to help."
Anyone who wishes to make a request for the thermometers is urged to e-mail info@everythingbranded.co.uk.