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Thousands of probationary federal health workers fired by letter this weekend


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Published in Health and Fitness on Sunday, February 16th 2025 at 16:43 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • The move comes amid a government-wide effort to cut probationary workers by the Department of Government Efficiency task force led by billionaire Elon Musk.

The article from MSN discusses the abrupt termination of thousands of federal health workers in the U.S. who were on probationary status. These workers, primarily from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), received letters over the weekend informing them of their immediate dismissal. The firings are part of a broader initiative to streamline federal employment and reduce costs, focusing on those in their probationary period, which typically lasts one year. This move has sparked controversy and concern over the impact on healthcare services, especially at a time when staffing shortages are already a significant issue. Critics argue that this could lead to a decline in service quality and patient care, while supporters of the decision claim it's necessary for fiscal responsibility and efficiency in government operations.

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