Most hospital staff show signs of shift work disorder
9 November 2026
Most hospital workers report insomnia and sleepiness, a combination known as shift work disorder, according to new research. A study of 440 staff at two NHS trusts found three in four showed signs of the disorder, which can lead to depression and anxiety. The Royal College of Nursing said shift work and short staffing posed a risk to patient safety.
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