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1.3 million disabled workers trapped in insecure work in UK – and 430,000 want to work more hours

Written by | 7 Jul 2023

New research by the Work Foundation at Lancaster University reveals 1.3 million* disabled workers are trapped in severely insecure work in the UK – and 430,000 say they… read more.

COVID-19 pandemic responsible for high rates of burnout among health-care workers

Written by | 16 Jun 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on the mental health of health-care workers across the world. Most reported increased levels of stress and anxiety early in the pandemic… read more.

Medical school does not equip new doctors for the real working world, junior doctor warns

Written by | 3 Jun 2023

Clinician burnout and overwork are known to adversely affect patient safety and junior doctors may be particularly vulnerable, research suggests. The UK is facing a crisis in recruitment and retention… read more.

Rising rates of induced labor need to be reconsidered in the context of the UK maternity services staffing crisis, study suggests

Written by | 22 May 2023

A new study suggests that increasing rates of induction of labour (IOL) of pregnant women and people in the UK, without considering the accompanying, real-world impact on staffing workloads and… read more.

Majority of nurses attribute well-being struggles to staffing shortages

Written by | 13 May 2023

Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCRN), a market-leading, tech-enabled workforce solutions platform and advisory firm, in collaboration with Florida Atlantic University, today announced the results of its annual survey of… read more.

Only one NHS Trust offers standalone training on sexual harassment intervention, study shows

Written by | 7 May 2023

Only one NHS Trust offers its staff training focused on how to intervene when they witness sexual harassment at work, according to new research published in JRSM Open. Dr… read more.

Mayo Clinic study puts price tag on cost of menopause symptoms for women in the workplace

Written by | 1 May 2023

Menopause-related symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, sleep disturbances, joint aches and cognitive difficulties damage the quality of life for millions of women. They also can… read more.

Reducing fatigue and errors among nurses working night shifts

Written by | 26 Apr 2023

Nurses exposed to 40 minutes of bright light before their night shifts feel less fatigued and make fewer errors at work, according to a study led by McGill… read more.

New report suggests how to improve experience for overseas nurses in UK

Written by | 8 Apr 2023

How the experiences of nurses recruited from overseas can be improved at a time of unprecedented demand for their services is integral to a new report led by… read more.

Study finds high rates of burnout across healthcare professions

Written by | 1 Apr 2023

Burnout is associated with adverse outcomes including medical errors and lower quality of care. While many studies have focused on physician or nurse burnout, the COVID-19 pandemic increased… read more.

Employees tend to avoid taking breaks despite high levels of stress

Written by | 20 Mar 2023

Heavy workloads make employees feel a greater need for a break, but new research finds they may actually discourage employees from taking breaks at work despite causing high… read more.

Study: More paid sick leave results in more cancer screenings

Written by | 5 Mar 2023

For most Americans, the two major obstacles to proper medical care are time and money. And while insurance can sometimes reduce healthcare costs, having time to visit the… read more.

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