The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued advice on mental health and psycho-social aspects of life during Covid. As we work through their tips it becomes clear this information is about us in a situation. As the Queen of England powerfully said, ‘we will be with our friends again; we will be with our families again; we will meet again’. Today we shine the spotlight on WHO advice for healthcare workers during Covid 19.
Coping with Pressure: Advice for Healthcare Workers During Covid 19
Healthcare workers face a particular challenge in the front line of national well being. They are experiencing a heavy workload and this will ramp up sharply. Feeling overwhelmed and anxious is not a reflection of incompetence or weakness. These are proud badges of fortitude in the struggle.
The core of World Health Organization advice for healthcare workers during Covid 19 is to be gentle with your self. Ensure sufficient rest, eat healthily, and take moderate exercise. Avoid depending on tobacco, alcohol or other drugs at this time. Draw on your inner strength and share your feelings openly with colleagues and friends.
Be Humble But Strong When Others Shun or Avoid You
Healthcare workers see fear in their patients’ eyes every night and every morning. When they see their family, friends and community avoiding them this is especially difficult to bear because they need their psycho-social support. Don’t lose touch with them; find others ways to stay in contact, the international body advises.
World Health Organization advice for healthcare workers during Covid 19 is do not allow your self to slip into social isolation. Use digital technology to stay in touch. A wave from a window across the fence to a neighbor also keeps the lines open. And when you are feeling lonely and blue reach out to your colleagues, your manager and other trusted persons for social support.
We close with a second quote from the Queen’s speech. ‘Together we are tackling this disease,’ she says. ‘And I want to reassure you that if we remain united and resolute, then we will overcome it.’
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