10 Thoughtful Gifts for Health Care Workers to Thank Our Nation’s Hardworking Heroes

A stylish and practical way to make mask-wearing more comfortable, these snug headbands feature a button along the side where she can strap on a surgical mask without putting strain on the area behind their ears.

It'll even keep hair out of her sightline, so she can completely avoid touching her face.

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When it comes to sanitizing, you can never be too safe! This portable phone sanitizer will zap away 99.9% of bacteria and viruses, so users can be sure that germs from the hospital don't travel home with them. 

Gifting a swanky new set of scrubs is the encouragement your health care worker needs. Customize a set based on their daily duties and fit preferences, so they can stay comfortable during their crazy long shifts.

Graveyard shifts and 12-hour days can leave peepers looking pretty drained, but this set of chill-able natural stones will help soothe puffy sockets and have your recipient feeling refreshed. 

Pop them in the refrigerator at the start of a shift, and by break time, they'll be cold enough to use.

Your hardworking health care worker may not have much down time during their shifts, but when they do, tackling this hilarious adult coloring book is a great way to take a break from stressful circumstances.

It's full of snarky doctor humor that any MD can relate to, and there's also a special version for nurses that proves that laughter is truly the best medicine.

This cute, zippable tote from Rothy's is completely machine-washable and offers plenty of room to stash soiled scrubs, shoes, and gear. When they get home, all hospital-exposed items can be washed at once.

Between mask chafing and constantly washing hands, your recipient's skin is in serious need of some relief. This soothing balm has a thick consistency like petroleum jelly, but is fortified with plant-based ingredients for naturally nourishing healing.

Cooking is probably the last thing your heroic health care worker wants to do after a long shift. Spare them a trip to the grocery store (and some time spent scrubbing pans!) with an Uber Eats gift card that'll give them the freedom to order from their favorite restaurants. 

Who wouldn't love a good glass of wine after a long day? Send your recipient a Winc gift certificate, and they can customize their subscription based on the wines their personal taste preferences.

After a hard day spending hours on their feet and seeing patients at the hospital, taking a few minutes to meditate can help calm their mind and keep them focused.

A membership to mindfulness app Inscape will give them full access to guided sessions and series that'll tackle common concerns like stress management, anxiety, and sleep deprivation. It's exactly what they need to reflect on their day and renew their mind for whatever tomorrow brings.