It was a pleasure to meet more folks facing the COVID-19 pandemic today at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus, making portraits of them for Reuters.
Jozette Danek and David Danek, who are married and are both charge nurses in the ICU and telemetry unit, kiss while posing for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Thank you to our community for all your support,” they say. REUTERS/David RyderJoan Murphy, an emergency department technician, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Me, I am humbled,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderTeri Mallard, a nurse, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “I’m happy to do anything that is needed during this COVID-19 crisis. If today we are a little better than yesterday, then that’s enough,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderJustin Giddings, a nursing assistant who cares for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Take care of one another,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderMatthew Gockel, a clinical social worker in the COVID-19 unit, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Unfortunately, some of my patients don’t make it home. Inequality doesn’t stop, so neither will I,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderBrandon Nolan, an environmental services technician who provides clean linen to staff and patients, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Stay strong,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderAmanda Dear, a nurse working in COVID-19 units, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “It’s fitting that during the year of the nurse we are caring for the sickest patients we have seen in a long time. As a healthcare worker, we train to be the calm within the storm, and we will not allow fear to keep us from where we are needed,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderTallsa Taylor, a cashier and visitor screener, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “I have read about big historic moments in the world like World War II, the Great Depression, and 9/11 but I never thought I would experience a historic moment firsthand,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderRegina Huang, a surgical nurse redeployed to the COVID-19 unit during the pandemic, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Stay home for us so we can go to work for you,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderKasey Nelson, a nurse in the emergency department caring for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “You can do big scary things,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderCamron Oakley, an emergency department technician, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Plan for the worst, hope for the best, and you will end up in between every time,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderJon Castenada, an operations coordinator who plans care for patients, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “I feel happy, sad, and confused all at once. Happy to have work and help my community. Sad for the lives destroyed. And confused because in order to help, I feel like I cannot show happiness or sadness,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderKristen Collette, a nurse in the emergency room who cares for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “My pregnancy has made this time as an RN challenging but I am committed to the care of my patients,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderTheresa Novak, a nurse acting as an entry control point worker who screens employees and patients entering the hospital, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Here for all the people,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderKristen Westfall, a nurse in the emergency department who cares for COVID-19 patients and other patients, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Relax. Stay calm. Breathe. Just not on me,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderJasmine Esguerra, an ICU nurse, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Doing my best to save lives,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderBrian Reames, a security officer, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Providing a safe workplace for our caregivers and patients during COVID-19,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderMarianne Klaas, regional director for Swedish Medical Center, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “It takes all of us – direct and indirect – to make this all work,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderBrenna Born, emergency department physician and medical director, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderQian Wang, an endoscopy nurse who has been floating between various units including the ICU, telemetry, and COVID-19 units, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “A smile is the strongest anti-viral. It can travel farther than six feet. Let’s spread this remedy to everyone we meet,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderEric Welch, an environmental services technician in the ICU who cleans rooms of COVID-19 patients, empties trash, and maintains a sanitized environment, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “There’s a lot of people out there that don’t understand the severity of the virus and want to get back to work. Understand when you don’t socially distance or mask up, you’re endangering not only yourself, but also us necessary workers,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderErin Kemperman, a clinical dietician, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Every patient on a ventilator needs a feeding tube. That’s my expertise,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderHeidi Wetterauer, a nurse in the emergency department, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Hope is the only thing stronger than fear,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderKatie Garcia, a chaplain who has been supporting families through COVID-19 challenges, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “This is really hard. We can do hard things,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderMichael Sison, a nurse in the emergency room, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center Issaquah campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Issaquah, Washington, U.S. April 21, 2020. “Please stay home,” he says. REUTERS/David Ryder
Jarae Phillips directs a car at Bush Car Wash, which reopened after Franklin County commissioners voted to end recognition of Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” mandate and allow businesses to reopen, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Pasco, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderRylee McGuinness dries a car at Bush Car Wash, which reopened after Franklin County commissioners voted to end recognition of Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” mandate and allow businesses to reopen, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Pasco, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderSprinklers spray water on farmland as Franklin County commissioners vote to end recognition of Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” mandate and allow businesses to reopen, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Franklin County near Pasco, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA U.S. flag and a Trump 2020 flag fly in front of a home surrounded by farmland as Franklin County commissioners vote to end recognition of Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” mandate and allow businesses to reopen, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Franklin County near Pasco, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA home is seen surrounded by wine grapes as Franklin County commissioners vote to end recognition of Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” mandate and allow businesses to reopen, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Pasco, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderEquipment sits idle in a development as Franklin County commissioners vote to end recognition of Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” mandate and allow businesses and builders to get back to work, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Pasco, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderVacant lots are seen in a housing development as Franklin County commissioners vote to end recognition of Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” mandate and allow businesses and builders to get back to work, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Pasco, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderFarmland is pictured in Franklin County as Franklin County commissioners vote to end recognition of Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” mandate and allow businesses to reopen, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, near Pasco, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA woman walks her dog as Franklin County commissioners vote to end recognition of Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” mandate and allow businesses to reopen, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Pasco, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder
Noy Monserate, an ER nurse, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “Working in the ER is both a scary experience and at the same time a satisfactory experience for me to be able to help those that need it most during this pandemic,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderAudrey Kidd, a central service technician who cleans surgical instruments and sets up trays for the operating room, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “I’m grateful for my job. I like what I do as a tech,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderHannah Hausman, a nurse in the emergency department that works on a team of COVID-19 nurses to plan for employee safety and a surge plan for increased COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “Even though this time is stressful, I have become more thankful for my team and how we have come together and supported each other,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderShane O’Mahony, a physician who is an intensivist and the medical ICU director, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “So many emotions. Families cannot visit in the ICU. Some of the hardest moments are trying to connect families with their loved ones who are struggling to survive sometimes for weeks,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderJuanita Willams, a housekeeper, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “Every day is different, but we will soon overcome,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderGuy Hudson, a physician and the chief executive officer of Swedish Health Services, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “I am extremely proud to support and lead the effort for the response. We are all in this together,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderAnne Lipke, an ICU doctor who has been working during the pandemic as both an ICU doctor and as director of the Issaquah campus ICU, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “I am incredibly proud of both our medical response and our community’s response to Covid,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderJill Beauchamp, an ICU nurse working directly with COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “I’m taking care of people my age. This is real, and the community should continue to help us flatten the curve,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderLeia Parker, a registered dietician who has been working in the ICU during the pandemic, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “I am really proud of the team I get to work with every day,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderCasey McGee, a materials distribution technician who has worked as the personal protective equipment warehouse tech during the pandemic, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “Thanks to the greater Seattle area for the sheer amount of donations to help us during this tough time,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderAdelia Aquino, a cleaner who has been tasked with cleaning rooms of COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “First, I got nervous but because every day my supervisor gave us a meeting, everything feels okay as long as I use my proper PPE I know I will be safe,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderMichelle Fero, a medical-surgical nurse in the COVID-19 unit working as a “safety RN” that updates colleagues on changing policies and best practices for using personal protective equipment, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “I’m thankful for all the love and support we have been receiving from the community, and for the excellent teamwork on my unit,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderMolly Strieker, a medical-surgical nurse in the COVID-19 unit, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “I am so proud of the teamwork between everyone on my floor. I have confidence in them and know they have my back during these difficult times,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderSarah Jaaskelainen, a nurse in the emergency department who has educated staff, developed new department processes, and screened patients for COVID-19, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “I’m thankful for the outpouring of support from our community and the willingness and dedication of my coworkers to show up even when the job gets hard to do whatever is needed to care for our patients,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderFilipina Mapanao, an emergency technician that works at the COVID-19 triage entry point to make sure infections are contained, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “We are all in this together. Thank you for all donations and support,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderJennifer Hartley, a critical care nurse practitioner, poses for a portrait at the Swedish Medical Center First Hill campus during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 20, 2020. “I’m living but I’m also grieving – for my patients, my colleagues, and my own friends – one of which who has died of COVID-19 in California. Every day I find new ways to become more resilient. That’s how we survive and try to thrive,” she says. REUTERS/David Ryder
Another day of hearing moving stories and meeting inspiring people while photographing the folks on the front line of the pandemic, this time at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest campus for Reuters.
Mark Brumfield, a housekeeper in the emergency room, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I would like to say thank you to the community for all your support,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderOlivia Wallace, a nurse in the emergency department, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Being a new grad, COVID-19 is all I’ve really known. It’s not what I always expected, but it’s what I trained for. I’m proud to be a part of it,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderVozzie Marshall, an operating room assistant, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. To quote James Baldwin, he says, “Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” REUTERS/David RyderAdrienne Fernandez, emergency department registration supervisor, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “COVID-19 has not only had an impact on me professionally, but also personally, as I was diagnosed. It was scary. Thanks to UW for your support,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderAnikka Estrada, an operating room nurse, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Together we can do so much. This time, we can do so much alone. Please do your part and stay home,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderSherri ThunderHawk, a certified nursing assistant, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Don’t live in fear, but respect the virus,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderModestus Uwaezuoke, a certified nursing assistant, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I love my job. Also miss family,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderSenait Woldeyes, a nurse caring for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderFrancis Kimuli, a certified nursing assistant working in the ICU, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I do this for my kids. Please stay at home,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderKatelyn Van Houdt, a certified nursing assistant who has been helping COVID-19 patients video call family members that cannot visit them, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Keep smiling under your mask,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderSenidu Abebe, a nurse caring for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I am so proud to be a part of this fight. We will win!” she says. REUTERS/David RyderAziza Mendez, phlebotomist, and Bernadette Kupec, lead lab assistant, pose for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020Maureen Acholonu, a nurse who has cared for COVID-19 patients and worked as a “dofficer” to help colleagues safely remove their personal protective equipment, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I am proud of my career and the teamwork exhibited by my fellow caregivers at these critical times and always,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderAlanna Chan, a nurse in the ICU, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Some days are happy. Some days are sad,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderLindsey van Winkle, a nurse caring for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Working on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic has been an emotional rollercoaster – sadness for the patients who are dying alone, terror for the health of myself, family, and coworkers, and anger watching my neighbors continue life usual – dinner parties and playdates,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderTove Cartwright, a certified nursing assistant, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderHannah Aquino, a nurse caring for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I do this job for my kids. I just want them to be proud of me, even though I’m terrified that my asthmatic son will get sick. Please stay home,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderTym Primacio, a surgical technologist, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I’m drained, but here for you,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderRose Long, an anesthesia technician who has been redeployed to support the COVID-19 fight, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I miss my job. I will never complain about the O.R. again,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderFaith Reyes, a surgical technologist redeployed to the hospital’s COVID-19 testing site, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMavrick Homer, a post-anesthesia care unit nurse, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I was planning to retire in a couple of years but now I have to see this thing through. Don’t make this last any longer than it has to. Stay home,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderSher Grater, program coordinator in the nursing department, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “I want to support nurses the best I can. When I go home, I’m scared of passing this to my family,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderAshley Baymer, a nurse in the emergency department, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Putting my life at risk to save yours,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderFitsum Nedi, a nurse who cares for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “We are in this fight together,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderHal Ungerleider, manager of Respiratory Care who is working as an emergency preparedness manager during the pandemic, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Social distancing is working – stay home. Keeps my family safe,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderLydia Jones, a nurse working to transport COVID-19 patients and as a “dofficer” to help colleagues safely remove their personal protective equipment, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Don’t call me a hero. I am just doing my job and I love it. Please stay home and try to stay healthy,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderAna Rivera, a housekeeper who disinfects COVID-19 isolation rooms in the emergency room, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Please stay home for others,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderMitra Malek, a surgical technologist, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Keep your head up, and handle it,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderPatty Endicott, a registered nurse whose team supports clinical staff in ways such as training the “dofficers” that ensure colleagues safely remove their personal protective equipment, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 17, 2020. “Seeing what everyone is giving causes my heart to float very close to the surface, so almost anything can make me cry,” she says. REUTERS/David Ryder
I spent another day photographing hospital workers on the front lines of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic here in Seattle for Reuters. This time, we went to UW Medical Center – Montlake. It was impressive to meet so many dedicated and talented healthcare workers. You can see a nice gallery here on the Reuters site.
Nina Sharma, an ICU pharmacist, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderSumalee Kraisuwan, a post-anesthesia care unit nurse, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “Cannot wait for surgery restriction to be done,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderAlex Vengerovsky, an ICU physician caring for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “Recognizing the team effort,” he says. Picture taken April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderAndré Mattus, a patient care technician in the emergency department that works as a “dofficer” to help colleagues safely doff their personal protective equipment, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “Doffing PPE is the most hazardous part of our care as this is when we risk accidentally contaminating ourselves. I help doctors and nurses stay safe so that we can continue to care for our community,” he says. Picture taken April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderSamuel Warby, a public safety officer, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderCelyn Pepino, an interventional radiology technologist, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I love what I do. I get to be a part of an amazing organization that cares for its employees, patients, community,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderLandi Tillis, a nurse on the acute care resource team that cares for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I got to discharge a 74-year-old patient a few days ago who was Covid positive and intubated for almost two weeks. I’ve never seen a smile so full of gratitude as he was wheeled out,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderHolly Olivieri, an operating room nurse, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNicole Scovil, a nurse in oncology, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “These past couple weeks have been exceptionally scary for our patients since nearly all of them have no immune system. I’m really missing patients I haven’t been able to visit, as they’re high risk and I work with Covid patients,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderClaire Hallock, a nurse, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “The resiliency of both the staff and our patients is remarkable during this time of uncertainty,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderJonathan Sham, a physician in surgical oncology, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “We are called to take care of the patients with cancer who can’t wait until after the pandemic to get treatment, he says.” REUTERS/David RyderAmanda Peters, a medical assistant in the emergency department, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I am a new graduate and I’m extremely happy to lend a hand during this crisis,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderTamar Solomon, a physician assistant in surgery, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I’m in awe of all the hard work and dedication this hospital has put forth,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderLuna Martinez, a nurse working in COVID-19 acute care, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I am a new grad nurse and it has been a challenging but rewarding time to begin my nursing career,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderFlabiano Macon, Jr., a patient services specialist who checks patients in and provides customer service, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderAbubacarr Jobe, a biomedical technician in clinical engineering who repairs and maintains medical equipment used on patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderKim Greaves, a nurse in nephrology who has been redeployed to the emergency department, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I am so proud to be a nurse and happy to help out where I can,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderKamlah Zughni, a surgical nurse who works to educate the operating room staff for COVID-19 cases, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderZahra Ali, an ICU nurse caring for COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “Support local businesses,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderGearland Panelo, assistant nurse manager in the surgical specialties center, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderSkylar Tucker, assistant nurse manager in the Center for Reconstructive Surgery, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “This nice weather along with long walks outside with my dog have kept me sane,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderLauren Bloom, a nurse in oncology, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “Honored to serve during this exceptionally difficult time,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderArielle Trumble, a nurse in the operating room that works to educate colleagues on how to work with COVID-19 cases, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I have a duty of care. We’re prepared for the worst as we hope for the best,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderElena Smith, a surgical nurse, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “Thank you for supporting our teams,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderAndrew Lee, supervisor in the blood draw lab that receives COVID-19 samples, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderBasak Coruh, a pulmonary and critical care physician that serves COVID-19 patients in the ICU, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “It’s a privilege to care for the sickest patients in our community with COVID-19 and I couldn’t be prouder of our team,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderJamie Peterson, a nurse on the acute care resource team, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I am proud that UWMC leadership has our backs and supports every staff member,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderAlexandra Mariani, a nurse in oncology working with COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I’ve been a nurse for four months. I wonder what it means for me to spend such a formative period in my career this way,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderRebecca Fulford-Foster, a pharmacy technician that provides medication for patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “I personally have three high-risk people in my life that I’m worried every day I might bring this home to,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderKaitlyn McDow, an ICU nurse who works with COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “Our patients are on ventilators. It’s the last stop on either getting better or passing on,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderGarrett Perchetti, a research scientist in the Department of Lab Medicine Division of Virology working on SARS-CoV-2 research and clinical testing, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderTaylor Martino, a nurse in acute care that works with COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMegan Mondoro, a nurse in acute care that works with COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderGretchen Rohrbaugh, a nurse in labor delivery that works with COVID-19 mothers and with babies whose mothers have COVID-19, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. “As with so many other trials, this pandemic is again proving the strength and resilience of moms,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderJohn Harmsen, a respiratory therapist that works with lung function and ventilators, poses for a portrait at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 15, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder
Nurse Spc. Andrew Mattos puts on personal protective equipment before entering a room to care for a patient with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos puts on two pairs of gloves before entering a room to care for a patient with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos puts on personal protective equipment as another nurse observes to ensure that the process happens correctly, before entering a room to care for a patient with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos gives a thumbs up to a nurse observing if he prepares his personal protective equipment correctly, before entering a room to care for a patient with coronavirus disease (COVID-19), at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos cares for Diana Kitchen, who said she had pneumonia and has been sick for three weeks with coronavirus disease (COVID-19), at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderDiana Kitchen, who said she had pneumonia and has been sick for three weeks with coronavirus disease (COVID-19), uses a spirometer to test the function of her lungs at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos cares for Diana Kitchen, who said she had pneumonia and has been sick for three weeks with coronavirus disease (COVID-19), at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos cares for Diana Kitchen, who said she had pneumonia and has been sick for three weeks with coronavirus disease (COVID-19), at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderDiana Kitchen, who said she had pneumonia and has been sick for three weeks with coronavirus disease (COVID-19), rest in her hospital bed at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos cares for Diana Kitchen, who said she had pneumonia and has been sick for three weeks with coronavirus disease (COVID-19), at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos cares for Diana Kitchen, who said she had pneumonia and has been sick for three weeks with coronavirus disease (COVID-19), at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos cares for Diana Kitchen, who said she had pneumonia and has been sick for three weeks with coronavirus disease (COVID-19), at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos removes a mask after caring for a patient with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderNurse Spc. Andrew Mattos is pictured with marks on his face after wearing a mask to care for a patient with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMicrobiologist Milagros Sola processes coronavirus disease (COVID-19) tests in a lab at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMicrobiologist Milagros Sola processes coronavirus disease (COVID-19) tests in a lab at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMicrobiologist Milagros Sola processes coronavirus disease (COVID-19) tests in a lab at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA pouch for a coronavirus disease (COVID-19) test is pictured in a lab at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMicrobiologist Milagros Sola processes coronavirus disease (COVID-19) tests in a lab at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA tent is pictured at a coronavirus disease (COVID-19) drive-through testing site at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderPersonnel work inside of a tent at a coronavirus disease (COVID-19) drive-through testing site at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderPersonnel work near folded scrubs inside of a tent at a coronavirus disease (COVID-19) drive-through testing site at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, U.S. April 14, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder
I spent the day photographing hospital workers on the front line of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic here in Seattle at Harborview Medical Center. It was a beautiful thing to see so many people turn up for portraits and I wasn’t able to share them all here, but please check back for the full gallery. Below are the 28 that went on the Reuters wire. I was really happy to be able to meet all of these people and to photograph everyone from the folks who serve meals and do the plumbing, to the nurses and doctors as well.
Farnoosh Rahmani, a respiratory therapist that operates ventilators for patients, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMaricon Nibre, a nurse who has lost six patients to COVID-19, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. “I brought six people home but I held their hand and they held my heart. I will still try to bring more patients home with God’s help,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderLeo Campa, a foodservice staff member who serves meals to COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMackenzie Gray, a nurse who works with COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderShikha Bharati, a nurse practitioner that monitors the hospital’s own employees for COVID-19 symptoms, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderSophie Miller, an internal medicine physician, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderAdrianna Silva, a nurse in critical care services, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. “Our patients will always be our first priority,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderTeresa Bryant, a polysomnographic technician, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderJoel Castrellon, a nurse anesthetist, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderEbou Cham, an anesthetist, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderChristopher Ledesma, an emergency services nurse, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderAmelia Idor, a surgical assistant, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderSarah Fauquet, a critical care services nurse, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderBrittney Campbell, a surgical nurse, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderColette Totten, a nurse who works with COVID-19 patients, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderHannah Smith, a nurse in the cardiac catheterization lab, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. “I work in the cardiac cath lab and am so grateful for how the Seattle community has come together. We got this – six feet away of course,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderJulia Kilcoyne, a nurse in acute care services, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. “I work in acute care and have also been a trained observer in the ED in ICU. I have been on our Covid unit as well. Harborview has taken COVID-19 as a great team,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderMike Prince, a sous chef, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. “We got this,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderBrigitte Ebert, a nurse, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderSeila Vorn, a medical assistant, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. “United as one,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderKrystarah Graishe, a medical assistant, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMichael Del Pozzi, a plumber, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. “These are the times that show the true nature of us,” he says. REUTERS/David RyderJill Rasmussen-Baker, director of spiritual care, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. “It’s a real privilege to serve at this time that involves so much heartbreak and fear … with sacred moments of connection in the midst of all this,” she says. REUTERS/David RyderAmadou Jawara, a surgical assistant, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderJaime Wykle, a nurse in acute care services working as a trained observer to ensure proper safety practices and equipment are used, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderStephen Edwin Lundgren, a program coordinator who fields, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderLance Biggers, a nurse in critical care services, poses for a portrait at Harborview Medical Center during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 8, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder
W. Victor Fitch, president of the Dayspring & Fitch Funeral Home, makes funeral arrangements for a person who died of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), while on the phone at his office in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 7, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA working copy of a death certificate for a person who died of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is seen on a computer screen at the Dayspring & Fitch Funeral Home offices in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 7, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderW. Victor Fitch, president of the Dayspring & Fitch Funeral Home, who has made funeral arrangements for many people who have died of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), poses for a portrait at his office in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 7, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderEmployees of Harborview Medical Center load pizzas donated by NBA player and Seattle native Isaiah Thomas during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 7, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder
Elizabeth Adornetto and Layla Adornetto play at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderDelia Ramirez, a restaurant worker, hangs aprons to dry at her home in the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMario Gomez, a resident who also does maintenance, poses for a portrait at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderBryan Reyes holds balloons on his twelfth birthday at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMobile homes are seen at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderJohn Walker poses for a portrait in front of his home at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderJohn Walker casts a shadow over his cat, Sheldon, at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderMyleshia Lund poses for a portrait with her daughters, Elizabeth Adornetto and Layla Adornetto, at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderLayla Adornetto and Elizabeth Adornetto blow seeds from dandelions at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderLinda Cortes and her mother, Angelica Cortes, plant vegetable seeds outside their home at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder Linda Cortes and her mother, Angelica Cortes, plant vegetable seeds outside their home at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder A mask, an air freshener, and a cross hang from the rearview mirror in a car at the Bella-B Mobile Home Park, where owner Yacov Sinai decreased rents by $225, or about 27%, to help residents in difficult economic situations due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 6, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder
A man looks out from his window near the Space Needle during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 4, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA heart-shaped balloon is seen caught in a tree outside of a hospital during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 4, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA woman leaves the shower at Tent City 4, a homeless encampment, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Sammamish, Washington, U.S. April 4, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderTheresa Huddleston prepares lunch in the kitchen tent at Tent City 4, a homeless encampment, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Sammamish, Washington, U.S. April 4, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderCamp dogs are seen near portable toilets and a hand washing station at Tent City 4, a homeless encampment, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Sammamish, Washington, U.S. April 4, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA sign outside the kitchen tent explains reduced occupancy for social distancing purposes at Tent City 4, a homeless encampment, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Sammamish, Washington, U.S. April 4, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderTheresa Huddleston reads a book at Tent City 4, a homeless encampment, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Sammamish, Washington, U.S. April 4, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderCleaning supplies are seen in the kitchen tent at Tent City 4, a homeless encampment, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Sammamish, Washington, U.S. April 4, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder
Betty Farnsworth speaks to Aman Berry, a volunteer delivering groceries to her on behalf of a grassroots Facebook group called “Quarantined, I need help! King County Washington,” during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Kent, Washington, U.S. April 3, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder Betty Farnsworth waves goodbye to Aman Berry, a volunteer delivering groceries to her on behalf of a grassroots Facebook group called “Quarantined, I need help! King County Washington,” during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Kent, Washington, U.S. April 3, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA woman removes a makeshift mask made from shower curtains on the Fremont Troll, a landmark public sculpture in the Fremont neighborhood, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 3, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder
Shantell Hernandez, an undocumented transgender woman from Honduras, poses for a portrait in her room in a homestay where she says she is content but unable to communicate in English with the couple hosting her during Governor Jay Inslee’s a “stay-at-home” order, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Burien, Washington, U.S. April 2, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderA man watches the sunset from a balcony during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 2, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderPeople spend time outdoors during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 2, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderPeople practice social distancing while spending time outdoors in the West Seattle neighborhood during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 2, 2020. REUTERS/David RyderLights form heart shapes on the Hyatt Regency Seattle
and the Seattle Great Wheel during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 2, 2020. REUTERS/David Ryder
