Texas Gov. Greg Abbott officially announced on Monday the Texas Department of State Health Services will use staffing firms to provide medical personnel from out of state to Texas healthcare facilities to help fight Covid-19.
The move was part of a larger action to address the rise of Covid-19 in the state. Abbott also sent a letter to the Texas Hospital Association asking hospitals to voluntarily postpone elective procedures when the delay will not result in the loss of life or the deterioration of a patient’s condition.
He also called on the Department of State Health Services and the Texas Division of Emergency Management to open additional Covid-19 antibody infusion center across the state to treat Covid-19 patients. Abbott also asked the agencies to increase vaccination availability.
“The State of Texas is taking action to combat the recent rise in Covid-19 cases and ensure that our hospitals and communities have the resources and support they need to mitigate the virus,” Abbott said.