This resolution acknowledges the vital role of frontline health workers in New Hampshire's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and calls for increased support and attention to these essential professionals. It highlights the significant contributions of various health workers, including emergency services personnel, nurses, and doctors, who have faced overwhelming challenges during the pandemic, including high levels of burnout and a shortage of staff. The resolution emphasizes that healthy communities are more productive and stable, and it recognizes the critical need for a well-supported health workforce to address ongoing health crises and ensure continuity of care.
Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the importance of local frontline health workers in achieving state health objectives and urges the state to provide adequate resources, protection, and support for these workers. It expresses appreciation for their sacrifices during the pandemic, including those who faced job loss due to vaccine mandates, and encourages policies that facilitate their reintegration into the healthcare system. The resolution also emphasizes the need for medical choice and workplace protections for all health professionals, underscoring the commitment to safeguarding the health workforce as a cornerstone of public health and safety.