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Occupational Health Hazards of Women in Healthcare: The Lived Experience of Female Nurses of West Bengal, India

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  • Mahua Patra

    (Maulana Azad College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India)

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This qualitative study aimed to explore the occupational health hazards faced by female nurses in West Bengal, India. Twenty female nurses were interviewed, and thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. The findings revealed that female nurses faced physical, biological, and psychosocial hazards, including exposure to hazardous substances, infectious diseases, reproductive problems, stress, workplace violence, and harassment. These hazards had negative effects on the health and well-being of the nurses. The study highlights the need for improved working conditions and safety measures in healthcare settings and recommends the development and implementation of policies and guidelines to address the occupational health hazards faced by female nurses in India. Additionally, training and education programs should be provided to nurses to promote safe work practices and raise awareness of the hazards.

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  • Mahua Patra, 2023. "Occupational Health Hazards of Women in Healthcare: The Lived Experience of Female Nurses of West Bengal, India," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 10(3), pages 23-28, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:10:y:2023:i:3:p:23-28
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