The fight against Covid-19 is a family affair for a Reservist airman whose parents are NHS nurses.
Leading Aircraftman (LAC) James Brown, 23, stepped up for full-time duty with the Covid Task Force after being inspired by his father David Brown, a theatre nurse, and mother Debbie, a health visitor.
“At the start of the pandemic I was worried about Mum and Dad and the risks they faced,” said LAC Brown, of 611 (West Lancashire) Squadron, RAF Woodvale, Merseyside. “However, I am immensely proud of them and stepping up to volunteer for full-time duty was my way of helping them and the NHS.”
As a specialist anaesthetic nurse Mr Brown works in full PPE to deal with Covid-19 patients at the James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, while Mrs Brown masks up to care for vulnerable families in the area.
Mrs Brown, who works for the Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust, said: “When I first heard James was committed to the Covid Task Force I was a little wary but know he will be well supported in his role. I’m very proud of him.”
Former RAF photographer Mr Brown said: “I’m proud of James and wasn’t surprised that he volunteered. With the RAF’s training and resources, I know he’ll be well looked after.”
LAC Brown has just finished a degree in Aerospace Engineering at Teesside University and lives with his parents at the family home in Middlesbrough where he is on standby for task force duties.
He said: “I’m very conscious of the hours my parents are working and the pressures they are under so we give each other space at home.”
Mrs Brown added: “As a family we are coping well. We’re committed, we are a team, making sure we get enough rest. We talk to each other and make time for exercise, which helps immensely.”
image © Crown Copyright David Brown talking to his son LAC James Brown in front of the James Cook University Hospital, Middlesborough.
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