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Newest firstAdvancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are revolutionising the healthcare sector, but challenges exist in AI adoption and its long-term use. This umbrella review aimed to identify the facilitators and barriers of AI implementation within hospitals and was registered on PROSPERO. Five databases (MEDLINE, HMIC, CINAHL Plus, Web of Science and Cochrane Reviews) were searched in January 2025, 763 articles were s…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic has shed light on the fractures of healthcare systems around the world, particularly in relation to the healthcare workforce. Frontline staff have been exposed to unprecedented strain and delivering care during the pandemic has impacted their safety, mental health and wellbeing. Rapid Research methods and big qualitative data offered a unique opportunity to gain insight into percept…
ObjectivesTo explore healthcare workers (HCWs) perceptions and attitudes towards the COVID-19 vaccination programme in the UK, including their expectations, concerns and views on whether to promote vaccination to others. To understand the key factors shaping HCWs attitudes towards COVID-19 vaccination in the UK. DesignThis study was designed as a rapid qualitative appraisal integrating data from a review of UK pol…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundA rapid influx of patients to intensive care and infection control measures during the COVID-19 pandemic required the rapid development of innovative redeployment and training strategies. MethodsWe conducted a systematic search of 9 databases including key terms related to intensive care AND training AND redeployment AND healthcare workers. Analysis consisted of a narrative synthesis of quantitative stud…
Open article record in new tab ↗ObjectivesTo report frontline healthcare workers (HCWs) experiences with personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK. To understand HCWs fears and concerns surrounding PPE, their experiences following its guidance and how these affected their perceived ability to deliver care during the COVID-19 pandemic. MethodsA rapid qualitative appraisal study combining three sources of data: sem…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundSubstantial evidence has highlighted the importance of considering healthcare workers (HCW) mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic, and several organisations have issued guidelines with recommendations. However, the definition of wellbeing and the evidence-base behind such guidelines remains unclear. ObjectivesAssessing the applicability of wellbeing guidelines in practice; identifying unaddressed HC…
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