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Associations between sleep, cognitive function, and work performance among rotating shift and night-shift healthcare workers: A systematic review.
Sleep health·August 31, 2026·PMID 42674944
Why it mattersRotating shift healthcare workers face high rates of sleep disruption and cognitive impairment, directly impacting patient safety through increased medical errors. Understanding which schedule characteristics mitigate these risks can guide staffing policies and individual coping strategies.
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