fightfatigue

Fatigue can be a persistent challenge for many, but fear not! Tune in to our latest podcast episode featuring Dr. Enam Abood, where he delves into the lifestyle-related causes of fatigue. and also uncovers the impact of sleep patterns, exercise routines, diet choices, and food intolerances on our energy levels, empowering listeners to make positive changes for a more energized life.  

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
⚕️ Lack of sleep or too much sleep 
⚕️ Lack of regular exercise & sedentary behaviour
⚕️ Poor diet
⚕️ Food intolerance

The Harley Street Doctor - Sponsored by the Harley Street Health Centre

Sleep is essential for all of us and a good sleep cycle is key part of health. Regular poor sleep puts you at risk of serious medical conditions, including obesity, heart disease and diabetes as well as a shortened life expectancy. A poor sleep pattern is very common in shift-workers like healthcare professionals.

Joining me this week to talk about how crucial sleep is to our physical and mental health and how shift-work can impact junior doctors as well as some sound advice for healthcare professionals who undertake night shifts is Dr Mike Farquhar, a consultant in children’s sleep medicine at London's Evelina Children's Hospital. His work in educating healthcare professionals on the importance of sleep and the impact of fatigue in healthcare has led to the introduction of the “HALT: Take A Break” Campaign and he was awarded the Association Award by the AAGBI for his contribution to the #FightFatigue campaign. 

Useful links:

GSTT Medical Education webpage:
https://www.guysandstthomaseducation.com/projectsleep-looking-after-your-wellbeing/

AAGBI resources on fatigue
https://anaesthetists.org/Fatigue

BMA fatigue and facilities charter
https://www.bma.org.uk/advice/employment/working-hours/fatigue-and-facilities-charter

If you think you have problems sleeping check out sleepio, a great online resource:
Sleepio - https://www.sleepio.com/

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