Public Health Workers Are Tired and Leaving Their Jobs in Droves, And I Don’t Blame Them

Toxic workplaces exist within public health, and public health workers also get abuse from members of the public who do not believe in public health interventions. This is leading to a new exodus of public health workers, and I’m not surprised.

“I’m out,” he seemed to say. (Photo by Romain V on Unsplash)

A quick summary of what you’re about to read, if you don’t have a lot of time:

This article discusses the findings of a survey of public health workers in the United States, which found that many plan to leave their jobs or retire. The pandemic has put a strain on public health workers, who have been working long hours for many months. The article highlights the need for policymakers to take action to address these issues and support the public health workforce, including improving working conditions, increasing salaries, providing funding for public health initiatives, and creating a more supportive and equitable work environment.

Okay, so you do have time… Read on!

To be honest, I was not surprised when I read this article in Health Affairs a…