New CDC Vital Signs Report: Health Workers Face a Mental Health Crisis

New CDC Vital Signs Report: Health Workers Face a Mental Health Crisis

By: Alexandra de Leon Date: November 2nd, 2023

More than double the number of health workers reported harassment at work in 2022 than in 2018. Now, health workers are reporting burnout and symptoms of poor mental health at levels higher than before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the latest CDC Vital Signs report.

Key Statistics: 

  • 2x: More than double the number of health workers reported harassment at work in 2022 than in 2018
  • 46%: Nearly half of health workers reported often feeling burned out in 2022, up from 32% in 2018
  • 44%: Nearly half of health workers intended to look for a new job in 2022, up from 33% in 2018

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