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CDC Report: Surge in Burnout and Suicide Among Healthcare Workers

5/19/2025

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A recent CDC report paints a troubling picture of healthcare workers' mental health, revealing a sharp rise in burnout from 11.6% to 19% between 2018 and 2022. Alarmingly, suicide rates among nurses and residents have surged, underscoring the urgent need for mental health reform that tackles stigma and enhances access to care in the wake of the COVID crisis.

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A recent CDC report paints a troubling picture of healthcare workers' mental health, revealing a sharp rise in burnout from 11.6% to 19% between 2018 and 2022. Alarmingly, suicide rates among nurses and residents have surged, underscoring the urgent need for mental health reform that tackles stigma and enhances access to care in the wake of the COVID crisis.