Pandemic – Manage the Stress

Angie SzumlinskiHealth

The pandemic outbreak of COVID-19 is stressful for everyone however the physical and emotional wellbeing of healthcare workers is a key component of maintaining essential healthcare services during the COVID-19 virus (coronavirus) outbreak. Resources are available to anticipate the stresses associated with providing healthcare workers and monitoring and assessing the mental health status as well as the overall wellbeing of healthcare personnel is critical. It is also important to remember that many healthcare workers may need assistance with managing their health should they become infected. The links below provide some support and resources for you and your staff. Stay well!

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/covid/COVID19ManagingStressHCW032020.pdf

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html