You know what? There's a lot health care workers are not so sure about when it comes to treating young people with hepatitis C. We're talking about kids and teens living with this long-term illness. But wait, why's this important? The World Health Organization (WHO) is trying to update guidelines on hepatitis C. The thing is, we don't have a good grasp on h...
In the bustling city of Zhuhai, China, healthcare workers face a significant challenge: workplace violence (WPV) from patients. This issue goes beyond just physical harm; it can deeply affect their mental well-being. A recent study dived into how WPV from patients is linked to common mental health issues such as insomnia, depression, and anxiety among healthcare prof...
Have you ever wondered what drives healthcare professionals in Turkey to consider leaving their jobs? A recent study took a close look at this issue, focusing on how fear of violence affects their decision to emigrate. Using a special type of statistical analysis called quantile regression, the study aimed to see how different levels of fear impact these professional...
Did you ever think that something as simple as understanding infant crying could help prevent abuse? It turns out, it's a big deal. We talked to 122 healthcare workers and found that many of them didn't get what's normal when it comes to babies crying. Surprisingly, 40% of them thought it wasn't okay to take a quick break from a crying baby, even if it was safe. This...
For decades, healthcare workers have been facing violence in the workplace. But did you know that this issue also hits prehospital personnel hard? We're talking about doctors, nurses, and other healthcare pros who work outside of hospitals. In Denmark, a recent survey aimed to shed light on the extent of physical and psychological violence these workers face on the j...
Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, healthcare workers have been on the frontlines, dealing with a lot of stress both at work and in their personal lives. While many studies have looked at the numbers and statistics, they haven't really captured what these workers are going through. This review dives deep into the stories of healthcare workers to understand their challe...
Have you ever heard of scabies? It's a skin condition that can spread quickly, especially in places like hospitals. Usually, doctors in Europe treat it with two doses of ivermectin, 7 days apart. But at Careggi University Hospital in Florence, Italy, they tried something different. They had a case of scabies and decided to be proactive. Instead of waiting for more pe...
Helping healthcare staff cope with job stress isn’t just a nice idea; it’s essential. After tough patient incidents, these professionals often become “second victims, ” needing support beyond clinical help. Here’s how creating a peer support program can benefit your team and make your service stronger. Let’s dive into practical steps to set up your own program. Firs...
You might think that healthcare professionals would be the first in line to get the COVID-19 vaccine. After all, they're the ones on the frontlines, right? Surprisingly, that's not always the case. In Türkiye, many healthcare workers are hesitant to get vaccinated. This is a big deal because vaccines are a key weapon in the fight against the virus. They help prevent ...
In China, a new study looked into how often healthcare workers face violence at work and how it affects their mental health. The research lasted from 2020 to 2023, checking in with 14, 993 healthcare workers across the whole country every few months. Nurses made up about a third of the workers, with most of the doctors in the western part of China. The study found t...