Comparison of 45-min nap versus no-nap during simulated night shift work on endothelial function: a randomized crossover feasibility trial

Abstract Background Night shift workers face increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared to non-shift workers. Evidence supports on-shift napping and regular non-invasive monitoring of endothelial function for risk mitigation, yet neither strategy is widely used. Methods We evaluated the...

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Published in:	Pilot and Feasibility Studies
Main Authors:	P. Daniel Patterson, Cassie J. Hilditch, Sarah E. Martin, David G. L. Roach, Matthew D. Weaver, Tiffany S. Okerman, David Hostler, Leonard S. Weiss, Steven E. Reis
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2024-11-01
Subjects:	Night shift work Napping Cardiovascular disease Endothelial function Sleep
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s40814-024-01569-2

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