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Sleep in Healthcare Workers

Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep by David Cunnington

May 17, 202025:26Science & Medicine

Healthcare workers often have to work shifts that can incorporate long hours and working at times they would normally be sleeping. This can lead to fatigue, sleep difficulties and impact health and performance. To unders...

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