My brother is suffering severe back pain that limits his ability to move, walk or function. He was scheduled for surgery Jan. 27, but it was canceled because the hospital was overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients — most unvaccinated. He will continue to suffer for weeks and perhaps months waiting for a hospital opening. In another state, a friend scheduled for cancer surgery also had his surgery canceled due to the influx of unvaccinated COVID patients. The cry of “my body, my choice” rings hollow and smacks of unbridled selfishness. Your choice denies health care for some who desperately need it. Stop thinking of only yourself, your rights and your choice, and think of others.
Bruce McClay,
Battle Ground
