Is it just me or does hunger automatically turn you into an angry person?
Hunger Makes People Angry
A Singapore General Hospital patient wanted to eat at the hospital’s cafeteria after receiving news that his medical procedure will be delayed due to there being more urgent cases than his. However, as he was supposed to be fasting, a doctor followed him and stopped him before he bought food.
Seeing as to how the doctor was the barrier between him and his food, he immediately turned into Hulk and started yelling at the doctor.
With his sudden outburst, the doctor had no choice but to alarm the security guard who was nearby for assistance.
Despite their combined attempts to calm him down and explain to him why he couldn’t eat, the patient still shouted at them, and even tried to fight the security guard. He charged towards him, and the security guard could only hold the patient’s arms against his body to keep him from attacking him.
A video was also taken of the entire incident and shared online.
SGH Responds
After the incident, Singapore General Hospital took it to their Facebook page to explain what happened.
In the post, SGH apologised for the delay caused to the patient which may have led to him feeling discomfort. However, they also took this as a chance to remind everyone that they will “not tolerate any form of abuse towards our staff who work hard o provide the care our patients need. They deserve consideration, respect and a safe environment to work in so that they can continue giving their best.”
They also pointed out that if anyone felt that their services were not as expected, patients and family members can let them know so that they can make the necessary amendments.
Well, I guess the lesson to be learned here is to never get between a hangry person and his food.
I kid, even if you’re hungry, there is no need for you to take your anger out on innocent staff members, especially when they’re telling you to fast for your own good.
Hopefully, there will be better communication between patients and staff members and that such an incident wouldn’t occur again.
