Blank has been skeptical about the safety of the vaccine and the hospital's initial offer of a bonus for getting the shots made her even more distrustful. "I don't understand, if this is really supposed to be good for us, why are you having to offer us anything?" she said. When asked if she'll get more comfortable with taking the shot as more people get vaccinated, Blank said that will likely deter her even more, saying she's hearing about more negative side effects as time goes on. However, according to experts, the likelihood of severe side effects are extremely rare, and are outweighed by the risk of a Covid-19 infection. "I'm relieved," she said, reflecting on her decision. "I don't want to work for people like that. Don't take away my choice. You're not going to turn away a patient and give them care if they don't have a vaccine. Don't take away my choice."