It's Wednesday, March 18th.

Welcome to Schim this.

We're breaking down the most complex stories of the day and giving you the context on why

they matter.

Healthcare workers are on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

We'll dive into the risks they're facing as they work around the clock to save lives.

Then the US government is thinking about ways to help Americans cope with the economic crisis.

We'll explain why checks in the mail is an option that's got everyone talking.

And finally, one listener tells us how she's zooming in to keep her community together.

We're here to make your evening smarter.

Let's Schim this.

Today's episode is brought to you by New Aller Life.

More Life Less Blah.

That's the sound of residents in Paris last night.

As people went to their windows and out on their balconies to voice their appreciation

for medical workers, societies, heroes as the world confronts the COVID-19 pandemic.

As the US adjusts to this new reality of staying home, medical workers are dealing with their

own new reality.

And in addition to the risk of getting sick themselves, they're also facing an incredible

amount of emotional strain too.

So today we're going to look at how healthcare workers are currently dealing with COVID-19,

and how that could change as this outbreak continues.

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