COVID-19: What Does This Now Make Possible? Insight from Chief Medical Officer for Oldham, Dr John Patterson

Season 3 of Eavesdrop kicks off with an interview with key worker, Dr John Patterson, who is the Chief Medical Officer for Oldham, Greater Manchester. Speaking with Lily-Jo, Dr Patterson reflects on his own experience working on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are reminded that despite the current crisis, we have the opportunity to witness something very special – the immense generosity, gratitude, and kindness exuded by those around us. With this, Dr Patterson invites us all to answer the question: What does COVID-19 now make possible for our communities? To stay up to date with Dr Patterson, you can follow him on Twitter @drcotovelo or check out his blog www.burntnortondiaries.co.uk. Dr Patterson’s Book recommendation: Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance by Alex Hutchison - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Endure-Curiously-Elastic-Limits-Performance/dp/0008277060 For more information about Lily-Jo, visit www.lilyjo.co.uk. For more information about The Lily-Jo Project, visit www.thelilyjoproject.com. To continue the conversation and let us know what you think, join the group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/   *This content represents the opinions of the interviewers and guests and should not be taken as medical advice. This content is for educational and informational purposes. Please consult your healthcare professional for any individual medical questions you may have.