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A tired shift worker in light blue scrubs rests on a gray couch with their head tilted back. A face mask hangs loosely around their neck, and they wear a blue glove on one hand and white clogs on their feet. The setting appears to be a hospital or clinic break room.

Why Do Shift Workers Struggle with Sleep Disorders?

[email protected]March 28, 2025March 31, 2025034 mins

Have you ever wondered why shift workers often struggle with sleep disorders, even when they’re extremely tired after their shifts? Shift workers—particularly healthcare professionals, emergency responders, and essential workers—are especially vulnerable to them like insomnia, sleep apnea, and Shift Work Sleep Disorder (SWSD) due to irregular schedules that disrupt their natural circadian rhythm. Symptoms such…