This discussion paper examines the effect of shift-working on the health and performance of junior doctors and the effect that this has on patient safety. The paper calls for detrimental effects of fatigue on the doctor and their patients to be recognised and managed to reduce associated risks and for good working practice to encompass risk management strategies. (British Medical Association - press releases)
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