Reflections on: fatigue, sleep and wellbeing

The winter season brings extra challenges on our levels of fatigue. But this is also a topic that is important throughout the year. We thought it useful to bring together a few recent articles around sleep, fatigue and wellbeing, touching upon the responsibility of employers, NHS organisations and Government as well as a range of resources sharing advice and practical tips.
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The quest for meaningful sleep (downloadable poster)

Sleep is always important and this article from the Autumn 2021 edition of Milestones is as relevant today as it was in 2021.

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You can check out more relevant articles on our Milestones landing page.

Why we need to talk about fatigue

The following video is an excerpt with Dr Mike Farquhar who joined our Autumn 2022 College Tutor update session to talk about "Why we need to talk about fatigue".

Sleep, breaks and wellbeing for health professionals
Mike Farquhar

Good sleep is fundamental to every aspect of physical and mental health yet historically relatively little time has been given to teaching healthcare professionals about sleep.

This resource by Dr Mike Farquhar explores risks of tiredness, night shifts and what employers can do to help: Sleep, breaks and wellbeing for health professionals.

How to fall asleep faster and sleep better

The NHS 'Better Health Every Mind Matters' website has extensive tips on how to fall asleep faster and sleep better including audio information and demonstration of progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) and this video on getting better sleep: