The COVID-19 pandemic has reminded us  all of the vital role healthcare workers play  to relieve suffering, save lives and keep  populations informed, often at the expense  of their own safety. While the physical  risks attached to healthcare workers’ daily  responsibilities have visibly heightened  during the pandemic, the increased strain  on mental health has often gone under reported. This strain not only stems from  gruelling hours and high-risk demands,  but also from online bullying targeting  those who advocate for safe public health  measures and counter misinformation with  medical facts on social media. Read more…