Fatigue
COVID fatigue taking a toll on mental health and Washington hospitals
Until a bed is available, psychiatric patients end up being shipped off to hospitals that aren’t equipped to treat them. EVERETT, Wash. — The fallout from the coronavirus pandemic continues to worsen for many in our state as millions more are now suffering from anxiety and depression, with doctors spread thin and hospital beds scarce. …
Indeavor Launching New Technology to Combat Nuclear Fatigue
MADISON, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In response to plants feeling underserved by legacy software and vendors lacking up-to-date NRC fatigue expertise, Indeavor has released a new Fatigue Management module. Specifically made for the nuclear industry, this module allows power plants to operate efficiently while adhering to all complex NRC rules on managing personnel fatigue. As the schedule automatically …
Good Nutrition Pivotal to Mental Health
By Christian Ioannou 12-27-2019 12:11:44 This year has been very good for seafarers. There’s been a greater awareness of mental health which has moved ship managers’ attention to nutrition onboard vessels. Research shows that nutrition plays a pivotal role in mental health which has helped improve seafarer well-being standards onboard. It’s clearly indicated …
Veterinarians, others who work with animals, face stressors that may contribute to poor mental health, compassion fatigue, burnout — ScienceDaily
While it might sound like fun to work around pets every day, veterinarians and people who volunteer at animal shelters face particular stressors that can place them at risk for depression, anxiety and even suicide, according to research presented at the annual convention of the American Psychological Association. “People who work or volunteer with animals …
Health Tips for Writers: 7 Ways to Reduce Strain and Fatigue From Typing
People who think writing isn’t manual labor haven’t done any. It’s true you don’t use your legs or cardiovascular system the same way you would in some occupations, but the strain on your eyes, neck, back, and wrists more than makes up for it. Headaches, chronic fatigue, and carpal tunnel pain are just a few …