Virginia Law Protects Physicians Seeking Mental Health Support
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam has signed a new law with implications for physicians managing stress and burnout during the COVID-19 health crisis. Under SB 120, physicians and other healthcare providers who seek treatment for burnout, career fatigue, or mental health will not need to be reported to the state Department of Health Professions for review of their medical license.
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