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Healthcare systems have postponed medical volunteering services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic However, much of the aid provided by these volunteers is crucial to patient care and hospital functioning in the American healthcare system The adoption of online video conferencing platforms in healthcare-telehealth-offers a novel solution for volunteering during this pandemic Virtual volunteering can alleviate pressures on medical workers, enhance patient experiences, reduce the risk of viral infection and provide a sense of normalcy for patients and families Although further study is required, this should be an avenue considered by health systems
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Healthcare systems have postponed medical volunteering services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, much of the aid provided by these volunteers is crucial to patient care and hospital functioning in the American healthcare system. The adoption of online video conferencing platforms in healthcare-telehealth-offers a novel solution for volunteering during this pandemic. Virtual volunteering can alleviate pressures on medical workers, enhance patient experiences, reduce the risk of viral infection and provide a sense of normalcy for patients and families. Although further study is required, this should be an avenue considered by health systems.
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