Pharmageddon - Episode 20

This episode of The Work Wire discusses the growing issues in healthcare staffing known as "Farmageddon." Hosts Bob Goodwin and Johnny C. Taylor Jr. talk about recent pharmacist and nurse strikes and walkouts due to burnout, understaffing, and low pay. They explore how the pandemic exacerbated existing problems and discuss potential solutions like changing work models, utilizing pharmacy technicians more, and regulated immigration. The conversation also touches on rising healthcare costs, political obstacles, wage inflation, and the risks of an inadequate healthcare workforce. Tune in for an insightful discussion on addressing the critical challenges facing those on the frontlines of healthcare.