The US health workforce faces projected shortages of more than 180 000 physicians and 200 000 registered nurses in the next decade.1,2 Burnout, poor working conditions, and inadequate wages have been cited as key drivers of these shortages.2 However, the prevalence of financial hardship can affect worker retention and job performance.3,4 This study evaluated rates of poverty, food insecurity, and housing instability among US health care workers.
Poverty, Food Insecurity, and Housing Instability Among US Health Care Workers
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Year: 2025