The immediate parent comment is correct. Because Covid precluded elective surgery which is a major money maker for hospitals, the bottom line was hit. Conseque

The immediate parent comment is correct. Because Covid precluded elective surgery which is a major money maker for hospitals, the bottom line was hit. Consequently many hospitals cut back, and lot go physicians, PAs, nurses, techs, etc. When you hear hospitals are full, it very often isn't because of lack equipment or beds, but rather insufficient staff, especially nurses due to legal regulations around staffing ratios. (Source wife is a healthcare worker on the frontlines)