Tag: immigrant workers
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Fear and Fragility: Filipino Healthcare Workers in the US Navigating ICE Anxiety
Introduction: A Quiet crisis in hospital hallways Across the United States, Filipino nurses, aides, and clinicians form a vital heartbeat of the healthcare system. Yet many live under the shadow of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids, deportation threats, and policy shifts that put their livelihoods and families at risk. Their fear isn’t just about…
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Fear at the Frontline: Filipino Healthcare Workers Confront ICE in U.S. Hospitals and Home Care
Introduction: A Quiet Crisis in U.S. Healthcare Across hospitals, clinics, and in-home care settings, many Filipino healthcare workers carry more than clinical responsibilities. They navigate a landscape where immigration enforcement, workplace safety, and patient care intersect in complex ways. The fear that ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) could question their status or threaten their livelihood…