Gov. Hogan Invites Marylanders To Honor Their Healthcare Heroes
BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- Gov. Larry Hogan on Friday issued a proclamation recognizing the second week of February as Healthcare Heroes Appreciation Week in Maryland.
The recognition comes as the state's COVID-19 hospitalizations and positivity rate have fallen significantly after reaching peak levels last month. Even as Maryland is no longer under a state of emergency, Hogan said, the work of frontline health care workers carries on.
"Whether it's our doctors, nurses, and EMTs, or the clinical staff at our testing and vaccination sites, we owe a profound debt of gratitude to our frontline medical workers," the governor said. "I call on all Marylanders to take time out next week to do something to show your support and appreciation for our healthcare heroes."
On Friday, Maryland's COVID-19 hospitalizations dipped below 1,400, a 60-percent drop compared to their peak of 3,462 on Jan. 11. Along the same lines, the positivity rate has fallen below 7%, down 77% compared to its peak of nearly 30% on Jan. 5.
To honor the state's medical workforce, the governor's office is inviting Marylanders to share stories about their healthcare heroes. Click here to submit your story.