Short Wave Pandemic Reality Check - Where We Are. Where We're Headed.
Nov 5, 2020
The podcast delves into the alarming surge of COVID-19 cases across the U.S., especially as flu season looms. Insights from healthcare workers highlight the strain on hospitals and the emotional toll on staff and patients. It examines the Midwest's resurgence, focusing on air quality and CDC guidelines. Listeners are urged to reconsider holiday gatherings amid rising risks, with an emphasis on safety measures and testing. The conversation also touches on the emotional challenges of social distancing and the importance of protecting our loved ones.
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Wisconsin Hospitals Overwhelmed
- Wisconsin hospitals are at 87% capacity, facing staffing shortages.
- They may need to call back retired ICU staff.
El Paso's COVID-19 Crisis
- El Paso, Texas, is also facing a severe surge in cases.
- They've added isolation tents, convention center beds, and a curfew.
Utah Hospitals and Crisis Standards of Care
- Utah hospitals are considering crisis standards of care, rationing ICU beds.
- A nurse describes the emotional toll on patients and healthcare workers.