Behind-the-scenes: Their commitment makes doctors, nurses work easier

Everyone knows doctors and nurses are putting their lives on the line to fight against the coronavirus across the country. But not much is known about the employees in the background who work extra hours to make it easier for the medical workers to do their jobs.

Wang Xiangfan is a security guard at one of Guangzhou's top hospitals. When he first applied for the job, he never imagined his work would get so tough. Due to the surge of patients, the 22-year-old has had to extend his shift to 12 hours a day and works 15 days straight.

The hardest is that he has to work long hours in protective gear, which further strained his nerves and burned his energy. Some advised him to drink more water to relieve himself. But he has to change his protective suit every time he uses the bathroom due to the high risk of exposure to the virus at the hospital. 

However, protective suits are in short supply now, so he came up with an idea. 

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Behind-the-scenes: Their commitment makes doctors, nurses work easier