In this vulnerable time where we
face this catastrophe against COVID-19, we, as frontliners in this scenario are
asking for your full cooperation in this matter. We can’t completely control
this without doing your part. You should be part of the solution, not a burden.
It’s risky in our lives. While you were asked to stay at home, we healthcare workers are still
reporting to duty, exposing ourselves, and testing the samples of what might be
positive to the virus. It is our oath to use our profession to serve the
humanity. We work in silence even though it goes unnoticed; no matter
how infectious or deadly it may be.
Test kits may be limited but the
government is exerting their efforts to order PCR-based and FDA-approved kits from
other countries to facilitate nationwide testing.
Honestly, it’s new to my ears hearing these words such as self-isolation, extreme enhanced community quarantine, and social distancing, but it’s strictly imposed now and thus it should be practiced in
our community to mitigate this disease.
I consider panic buying of
surgical masks and hoarding of alcohols greed. Carts full to the the brim with
hand sanitizers, soaps seem to be insensitive. Some don’t have consideration that
others need it too.
Fake news is circulating everywhere
so we should do fact check to credible sources such as DOH, WHO or CDC.
Elderly and immunocompromised
persons are usually affected so it’s our priority to protect them.
Death tolls have
increased worldwide resulting to lockdown of airports to help prevent spreading
the virus. Thermal guns and scanners are so useful these days for checkpoint.
Sad to say, it has not only
affected the health of others but the livelihood of Filipinos because most businesses
are closed. Some do skeletal staffing which is hard for those people who are
breadwinners.
I appreciate the
country’s efforts in putting the people’s welfare by suspending classes and
work and National Telecommunications Commission sending constant texts
reminding proper hand hygiene and cough etiquette.
I just saw Bayanihan in
this country, working hand in hand to reach out for those affected. I truly
appreciate those companies who recognize our efforts by giving food packs to frontline health workers.
Churches are closed. It
saddens me that masses are temporarily suspended on Sundays but in the midst of
this pandemic, let’s pray that there would be fast discovery to cure.
Now isn’t the time to
blame the government or worst, oust the president. Although, we are a nation
with different perspectives, now is the time to show unity and solidarity. It
is so dismal to see people rallying for delayed relief goods and aid.
Stay at home and practice
social distancing. Keep updated to the news and be informed to updates.
As a medical
technologist, it’s an honor to serve. This is my profession. I’m no longer calling
for hazard pay but donations such as the PPEs are appreciated to get through every
single day. I believe we could put an end to this sooner. We fight for you, so
please fight for us by preventing the spread of infection.
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