Andrea Wang

[Andrea Wang @andreawang_9]

Through these challenges, SSPs worked to protect staff well-being by implementing flexible and tangible COVID-19-related policies (e.g., paid sick leave) and mental health resources.
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[Andrea Wang @andreawang_9]

Excited to share a paper out today on syringe service program staff experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic! Read: https://t.co/JC67h8uwjb
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[Andrea Wang @andreawang_9]

Anxiety regarding SARS-CoV-2 transmission led to high staff turnover. Rapid adaptation and expansion of services to meet increasing client needs during the pandemic (e.g., food distribution, COVID-19 testing) led to staff overexertion.
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[Andrea Wang @andreawang_9]

Key findings:
SSPs are an essential public health workforce who are at risk of burnout in prolonged public health emergencies and may benefit from from enhanced occupational supports
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[Andrea Wang @andreawang_9]

Anxiety regarding SARS-CoV-2 transmission led to high staff turnover. Rapid adaptation and expansion of services to meet increasing client needs during the pandemic (e.g., food distribution, COVID-19 testing) led to staff overexertion.
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