I’m writing to you as an everyday person, a parent, and the partner of someone who works in the medical field. My name is Emma, and while I lack any formal medical training, my concern for those on the front lines battling diseases like Ebola is profound. Today, I urge you: please don’t dismiss my anxiety.
When my loved ones are exposed to a virus with a staggering 70% fatality rate, asking me to remain calm feels not only inappropriate but also disconnected from reality. As the World Health Organization warns of rising cases, and speculation about airborne transmission circulates, your reassurances ring hollow. The thought of this deadly virus boarding a commercial flight and crossing the country is frightening.
I may not be a doctor, but I understand that patients sometimes misrepresent their symptoms. The term “asymptomatic” can be misleading, and protocols can fall short in real-life situations. Medical professionals are just that—people. They grow weary and can make errors.
Public health crises involve numerous complexities, and while I recognize your scientists are equipped to handle these challenges—epidemiology, quarantine, and the ethics surrounding experimental treatments—there is one crucial aspect that appears overlooked: the human element.
Yes, the risk may be small, but it exists. You cannot advocate for the importance of vaccinations against polio while dismissing concerns over Ebola as irrational. I have faith in your scientific community and their expertise, yet as an organization, an emphasis on empathy and understanding is needed.
Rather than tell me not to panic, I need you to focus on reducing that panic. Utilize your research and resources to protect our healthcare heroes, including those in my life, like my husband, Dr. Ben Thompson, a dedicated scientist and advocate for patients. While Ebola may not be his immediate threat, the ongoing risk is real and alarming.
So, I implore you once more: refrain from asking us to calm down. Redirect your efforts to support healthcare professionals. Equip hospitals with the necessary strategies, protocols, and protective barriers to manage patients effectively. That responsibility should keep you quite busy.
In the meantime, let us worry. We worry because we care deeply for those we love.
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In summary, I urge the CDC to prioritize human understanding alongside scientific guidance, ensuring our medical professionals are safe and supported while we navigate these fears together.