Health Workers Face Discrimination Amid COVID-19 Efforts

Healthcare workers in Cagayan de Oro City are facing discrimination from the public despite their efforts to combat COVID-19.

Medical technologist Benette Victoria Pinar reported that public vehicles have refused to transport her when she identifies herself as a healthcare worker.

Benette works at a hospital with one confirmed case of COVID-19, and notes the risk of close contact with potentially infected patients.

Frontline workers like nurses also face threats and challenges due to the invisible nature of their enemy.