Doctors are calling for more supports for essential workers facing "life-or-death" inequities, saying it will do more to control coronavirus outbreaks than high-profile punishments of those who break the rules. Doctors say warehouse workers need immediate access to paid sick leave to help control coronavirus outbreaks. "If we don't provide the same sorts of supports for all the essential workers, this is never going to come under control." Despite the best efforts of employers and workers, outbreaks can sometimes happen because of sheer bad luck. Otherwise, there could be unforeseen consequences for public health.

Source: CBC News February 10, 2021 22:26 UTC