Preserving Compassion Amidst a Pandemic By Liliane de Vries A reality often overlooked when reflecting on pandemics is that compassion swiftly becomes an unexpected casualty. Historically, this has proven to be true, and although the severity and scope of pandemics vary, the erosion of communities during crisis appears almost certain. London’s Great Plague ravaged society […]
Humanity in healthcare in the time of Coronavirus By Liliane de Vries In this moment, it feels nearly impossible to identify a single aspect of life that remains untouched by the Coronavirus – especially for healthcare providers. Extended shifts, dwindling supplies, and fearful and frustrated patients are creating a chain a dominos ready to topple […]
Finding Joy in Work as a Nurse By Liliane de Vries Burnout is a complex, all-too-common, and seemingly inescapable reality facing nurses in Canada today. Healthcare is a rapidly-evolving career path that is as stressful as it is rewarding — and given the growing demands for time, energy and engagement — nurse turnover is on an […]
