A review by the Department of Health and Social Care finds that some Jewish staff and patients in the NHS report feeling pressure to conceal their religious identity and “suffer in silence.” According to the reporting, the review describes experiences of antisemitism in healthcare settings, including routine ostracism and a sense of being targeted because of faith. It also says that some Jewish NHS staff consider leaving the service. The sources describe the findings as reflecting ongoing concerns within the workforce and among patients, rather than isolated incidents. While the outlets emphasize the impact on wellbeing and career intentions, they do not identify specific locations or named organisations in the information provided. Overall, the accounts point to a need for action to address antisemitism and improve conditions for Jewish people using and working in the NHS.
Review finds Jewish NHS staff and patients report hiding identity amid antisemitism
A review by the Department of Health and Social Care finds that some Jewish staff and patients in the NHS report feeling pressure to conceal their religious identity and “suffer in silence.” According...
- A Department of Health and Social Care review reports antisemitism concerns within the NHS.
- Some Jewish NHS staff and patients feel they need to hide their religious identity.
- The review describes routine ostracism experienced by some Jewish staff.
- Some Jewish staff report considering leaving the NHS.
- The findings are presented as ongoing concerns affecting both staff and patients.
A review has found Jewish NHS staff and patients feel the need to hide their religious identity
2 months agoThe Department of Health and Social Care said a review into anti-Semitism found that some staff experience routine ostracism, with some even considering leaving the NHS.
2 months agoThe Department of Health and Social Care said a review into anti-Semitism found that some staff experience routine ostracism, with some even considering leaving the NHS.
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