Women in health care suffer burnout disproportionately to men
A recent study found that nearly half of female U.S. health care workers experienced burnout.
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A recent study found that nearly half of female U.S. health care workers experienced burnout.
WBAL Radio 1090 AM - Women in health care suffer burnout disproportionately to men
Plyushkin/iStock(NEW YORK) -- Mounting evidence finds that women working in health care are experiencing disproportionately more feelings of burnout during the pandemic, as they're more likely to carry primary responsibility of family care such as meal preparation, shopping and family activities -- on top of caring for their patients. A recent study in The Lancet found nearly half of female U.S. health care workers -- 49.4% -- experienced burnout, compared to 41.5% of men. Also more common among women was self-reported prevalence of some mental health issues, with 39.3% of women reporting...
WBAL Radio 1090 AM - Women in health care suffer burnout disproportionately to men