In this new climate of uncertainty, Dr. Deena Hinshaw has quickly become a reassuring face.
By Katrina Hertzer
She’s likely one of the most recognizable women in Alberta today.
Since the first confirmed Covid-19 case in our province, we have looked to her daily updates for information and reassurance. Her name is Dr. Deena Hinshaw and she’s Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health.
In this new climate of uncertainty, she has quickly become a reassuring face for us as we comb through the news cycles reporting on new cases and deaths beyond our borders.
As a natural communicator, she has built a trust with Albertans by providing updates and directives that are clear and concise. Her calm demeanor radiates in press conferences where audiences hang on the delivery of each word.
Her time in the spotlight has transitioned her into a local hero. Artists have honoured her contribution by creating pieces in her honour.
Hinshaw’s time in the spotlight has also sparked a renewed interest in a dress made by a B.C. designer, Smoking Lily, which she wore during one of her Covid-19 daily updates.
Her leadership role today as Chief Medical Officer of Alberta is a benefit to each one of us. And these are the reasons why #SheInspiresMe.
References
Alberta.ca. (2020). [Dr. Deena Hinshaw]. [Photograph]. https://www.alberta.ca/office-of-the-chief-medical-officer-of-health.aspx
The Canadian Press. (2020, March 17). [Alberta Chief Medical Officer Dr. Deena Hinshaw] [Photograph]. https://edmonton.ctvnews.ca/alberta-loves-dr-hinshaw-and-her-periodic-table-dress-1.4859723
Dankin, Allison. (2020, April 2). [Inspired by Dr. Deena Hinshaw] [Photograph]. https://calgarysun.com/news/local-news/covid-19-alberta-artists-dr-hinshaw-health-care-workers/wcm/ad21e26f-2671-490f-9036-bd8f28f8e62a
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