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. 2021 May 14;51(9):1589–1596. doi: 10.1007/s00247-021-05088-7

Table 4.

Overview of potential sources of stress and anxiety during the early phase of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and potential areas of focus for interventions

Sources of stress/anxiety Areas of focus for interventions
Work–life integration

- Flexible work schedules to support work–life integration

- Recognition of and support for childcare needs

- Support for academic endeavors while managing non-work-related stresses

Protection from contracting virus

- Ensure appropriate PPE supplies and access

- Create and distribute PPE use protocols in the departments

- Ensure appropriate social distancing guidelines and capabilities in the department (i.e. social distancing in the reading room, remote reading sites, etc.)

Department leadership support

- Regular communication with the faculty/staff

- Appropriate avenues made available for questions/concerns

PPE personal protective equipment