Thread by @NaheedD

Just finished my first #COVID19 Assessment Centre shift. We were run off our feet with over 198 people seen. Despite that, I can’t say enough about how staff & health workers are stepping up in this time of crisis. This is inspiration. This is dedication. This is community. 🙏🏾

Amidst a crisis of pandemic proportions, #COVID19 is presenting us with an opportunity for our communities to think differently & improve the way we care and treat each other, not just today, but for the future. Here are some examples:

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1. Equity: #COVID19 has disproportionately impacted the #homeless & marginalized. The burden of poverty makes it impossible to mount a defence against a pandemic. I'm inspired by community advocates responding to this issue. How can we eradicate inequity to create a just society?

2. Virtual care: Why does it take a pandemic to allow health workers to connect with patients by smartphone, computer or even talk by phone? Health leaders took quick action to respond with alternative methods of care. This must be scaled up so all can benefit beyond #COVID19.

3. Compassion: While some have hoarded toilet paper, others have supported those in need through caring & supportive acts of kindness. How can we cultivate compassionate communities of care beyond this crisis?

4. Humility: No society is immune to globalization. #COVID19 has shown us that every person plays a role in keeping us safe including our housekeeping staff, nurses, spiritual care (& so many more with too few characters to list).

Let's be grateful.

I know I am ❤.