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“It’s a big deal”: Unvaxxed Healthcare workers take toll on NY hospitals
Eligible hospital workers who choose to be unvaccinated are causing financial pain and patient inconvenience across the Empire State.
In another blow to New York’s hospital sector, eligible healthcare workers who choose to be unvaccinated risk suspension and even dismissal as President Joe Biden ramps up efforts to mandate vaccines across the country.
As a result, hospitals across the state are facing staff shortages with some surgeries to postpone elective procedures or curtail services.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says concerns continue to escalate for other parts of the state where vaccination rates are lower, with Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo suspending elective inpatient surgeries and no longer accepting external ICU patients.
Spokesperson for the center, Peter Cutler says hundreds of unvaccinated employees are facing termination, largely inconveniencing patients and hurting hospital finances as they prepare to lose millions of dollars to cancelled elective surgeries.
“We had to make a decision as to where we could temporarily make some changes so that we could ensure other areas of services are as little affected as possible,” Cutler says.
“Financially, it’s a big deal.”
Fortunately, some have reached full compliance
Meanwhile spokesperson JoAnne Cavanaugh for one of the largest healthcare providers in the state’s west, Catholic Health, says hospital staff have reached full compliance.
Those who remained unvaccinated without a legitimate exemption, faced suspension without pay.
Cavanaugh refused to state how many workers were suspended and the number of employees granted exemptions based on medical or religious grounds.
Healthcare workers warned since August
Healthcare workers from the Empire State were issued an order by the health department in August that vaccines were mandatory for all employees.
They had until today to receive their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, rushing hospitals to put a rush on inoculating their employees.
Those that choose to remain unvaccinated and are fired from their position as a result, won’t be eligible for unemployment insurance unless able to provide a valid doctor-approved request.
Of the 43,000 employees at New York’s 11 public hospitals, 5,000 eligible staff remain unvaccinated, Dr. Mitchell Katz, head of NYC Health and Hospitals says.
Written by Rebecca Borg
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Global EV shake-up: Australia slows, China surges, Lexus teases supercar
Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.
Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.
Australia’s electric vehicle market is facing a slowdown, with sales struggling to hit the 100,000 mark this year.
Mike Costello from Cox Automotive breaks down the key barriers slowing adoption and explains whether current growth is enough to meet the country’s climate goals.
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Elon Musk’s X hit with EU fine: Digital Services Act showdown
EU fines Elon Musk’s platform X €120 million for DSA violations, highlighting tech scrutiny and potential regulatory clashes.
EU fines Elon Musk’s platform X €120 million for DSA violations, highlighting tech scrutiny and potential regulatory clashes.
In a landmark ruling, the European Union has imposed a €120 million fine on Elon Musk’s social media platform X, citing violations of new digital regulations under the Digital Services Act (DSA). This fine underscores the EU’s increasing scrutiny of tech giants and sets the stage for a potential clash between Elon Musk, the European Commission, and even political figures like former President Trump.
Chris Berg from RMIT University joins us to break down the reasons behind the fine, including X’s controversial handling of the blue tick verification system, and what this means for transparency and user rights on digital platforms.
We also explore the broader implications of this ruling for other tech platforms like TikTok and how the EU is asserting its regulatory authority on an international stage.
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Lando Norris secures his first F1 World Championship at Abu Dhabi, becoming Britain’s 11th World Champion with 423 points.
Lando Norris has clinched his maiden Formula 1 World Championship after an electrifying finale at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. In a race packed with tension, Norris held onto third place — the exact result he needed to secure the title.
His performance not only sealed his first championship but also cemented him as Britain’s 11th F1 World Champion, marking a historic moment for McLaren and the sport.
Norris closed out the season with 423 points, marking a defining milestone in his career.
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