Abstract
The recent coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has caused detriment to all factions of society on a global scale. This article aims to examine the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on trainees, particularly from ethnic minorities and the steps that employers and educators can take to support them.
Highlights
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a recently discovered virus
From curfews and lockdowns to a near shutting down of economic activity, it is clear that COVID-19 has had a huge impact on all members of the community
A seminal report by the Royal College of Psychiatrists (2) examining the impact of COVID-19 reported that around twothirds of healthcare staff who have died are from a BAME background despite representing only
Summary
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a recently discovered virus. The ensuing pandemic has led to mass disruptions in countries around the world. A seminal report by the Royal College of Psychiatrists (2) examining the impact of COVID-19 reported that around twothirds of healthcare staff who have died are from a BAME background despite representing only It is pertinent to note that the majority of the Healthcare Workers (HCWs) who succumbed to COVID19 were international HCWs. The study goes on to suggest that higher prevalence of medical conditions such as hypertension and diabetes accounts for only a small portion of excess risk, further supporting the idea that BAME background is a risk factor independent to any others.
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