Work stress in radiologists. A pilot study
La radiologia medicaPublished 1 April 2008
Nicola Magnavita, A. Fileni, G. Magnavita, F. Mammì, Paoletta Mirk, K. Roccia
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Radiologists and radiotherapists are exposed to major occupational stress factors, and a significant percentage of them suffer from workplace stress, including depression and anxiety, psychological distress and unhealthy lifestyles.
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Radiologists and radiotherapists are exposed to major occupational stress factors, and a significant percentage of them suffer from workplace stress. A special effort is required to prevent this condition.
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