Providers Still Struggling - Next Steps... Policy!
This photo is of a brave anesthesiology resident in Chicago fighting for us. Just one of the many who are putting their lives on the line.
Armed with 140,000+ signatures, we are in talks with medical advocacy organizations and soon, policy-makers, about getting our message heard:
There are now hospital systems forcing providers to care for COVID-19 positive patients without proper PPE and other appropriate precautions, threatening termination. Residents and other providers around the country are being denied hazard pay and protections. They are generously and courageously fighting on - caring for the victims of this pandemic.
WE WANT FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE FOLKS PUTTING THEIR LIVES AT RISK FOR US!
- If you know someone who is an APP or nurse who would like to help champion these efforts and represent their group, please get in touch!
HuffPost Article written by a resident in NYC on the front lines
There are other asks being made by various organizations, including proper PPE, hazard pay, financial assistance for clinics and hospitals, and paid sick leave. We are fighting as hard as possible - even more now - to keep safe and make sure we are compensating these heroes. Many efforts are underway, of which we are just one.
And a very similar petition on MoveOn.org
Thank you all and we are wishing everyone the best!