Basic fatigue management improves workplace safety and employee health while increasing productivity and supporting workforce stability.

Andrew of Circadian told a December 2025 Colorado 9‑1‑1 Program lunch‑and‑learn that fatigue is an impairment that degrades 9‑1‑1 operator performance and urged a five‑defense fatigue risk management approach: staffing, schedules, training, workplace design and monitoring.

With Rising Safety Concerns, India Mandates Fatigue-Management Training For Airline Crew.

After this accident the pilot wisely identified 7 topics for a "pre-flight personal wellness check" to help determine readiness. The NTSB also found the operator's CRM training omitted fatigue as a to...

Background: Fatigue is a highly prevalent and debilitating symptom of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), significantly affecting the quality of life and employment of those living with the disease. Non-pharmacologic approaches, such as physical activity interventions, have shown promise in reducing fatigue, but are often resource-intensive and lack grounding in behavior change theory. Mobile health (mHealth) technology offers a scalable approach to delivering behavioral interventions. Objective: This study describes the development of an mHealth application (app), grounded in behavior change theory, to support fatigue self-management in individuals with SLE by promoting physical activity. Methods: We employed a human-centered design (HCD) approach to develop an mHealth app grounded in the self-determination theory of motivation and the social cognitive theory of behavior change. The process included two phases: (1) Inspiration and (2) Ideation. In the Inspiration phase, key user needs were identified from the input of 12 adults with SLE who took part in two focus groups. During the Ideation phase, a prototype was developed and iteratively refined based on feedback from 12 adults with SLE who participated in multiple rounds of semi-structured interviews and surveys. Results: In the Inspiration phase, key priorities for the mHealth intervention were identified, including symptom tracking (fatigue, pain, sleep, and physical activity), reliable educational content, social connection, and reminders. In the Ideation phase, a prototype was developed based on these findings and refined through two rounds of user feedback interviews. Eighty percent of interviewees reported they were likely or highly likely to use the app. Several themes around preferences for the app emerged from the interviews, including the importance of: 1) community/social connection; 2) accessibility and inclusion, 3) options for customization; 4) integration of the app with existing digital health tools, and 4) notifications for reminders and motivational messages. Conclusions: Using an HCD approach, we developed an mHealth app tailored to the needs of individuals with SLE, integrating behavior change theory to support fatigue self-management. Through engagement with end users, we iteratively refined the app to address key priorities and enhance #usability. This study demonstrates the #feasibility of using HCD to develop an mHealth app grounded in behavior change theory, and provides a framework for creating rigorous digital health interventions for individuals with SLE and other chronic conditions.

Background: Fatigue is a common symptom occurring in individuals with visual impairment (VI). Feeling fatigued has a strong impact on an individual’s well-being, with profound consequences. Cognitive and emotional functioning, social roles, and participation are negatively affected in severely fatigued individuals with VI. Therefore, we developed E-nergEYEze, a blended vision-specific eHealth intervention based on cognitive behavioral therapy and self-management to reduce fatigue severity in adults with VI. Objective: We aimed to report the experience of patients and professionals with E-nergEYEze. To complement cost-effectiveness outcomes, the user experiences from both perspectives were considered relevant for a better understanding of the intervention uptake. Methods: E-nergEYEze was studied in a randomized controlled trial. User experiences of participants with VI and severe fatigue (51/98, 52%; median age 58.0, IQR 53.0-65.0 years; female participants: 32/51, 63%), who were randomized to the intervention group, and professionals (n=11), who provided blended support, were evaluated. The Dutch Mental Health Care Thermometer questionnaire and a therapist evaluation were used and analyzed using mixed methods. A focus group meeting with social workers (4/7, 57%), a computer trainer (1/7, 14%), and psychologists (2/7, 29%) was held for more in-depth information. The eHealth platform provided data on user engagement from both perspectives. Results: E-nergEYEze was completed by 63% (32/51) of patients for more than 80% of the module steps. Overall, results on user engagement showed that a median 89% (IQR 45%-100%) of all assigned module steps were completed, with all modules being completed by at least 50% (37/51) of the patients. Completion of the intervention was related to the presence of digital proficiency; having the appropriate expectations; content that matches personal preferences and life context; and the absence of impeding personal circumstances, mental health issues, or other concurrent rehabilitation programs. The intervention was given a median grade of 7.0 out of 10.0 (IQR 6.0-8.0), and 87% (39/45) of the patients reported that they would recommend E-nergEYEze to others. However, improvements in the frequency and quality of guidance were considered highly relevant. Professionals reported that E-nergEYEze required patients’ self-efficacy, motivation, and digital skills; therefore, preselection was seen as essential. Professionals’ affinity with eHealth was considered important to provide appropriate remote support. Conclusions: eHealth provides treatment opportunities for individuals with VI for which guidance is considered highly relevant. During participation in E-nergEYEze, patients were engaged, internalized personally relevant topics, and made use of the benefits of eHealth. More attention to the suitability of patients and training of professionals for providing remote support is considered essential. These user experiences underlined the potential of E-nergEYEze to reduce fatigue severity in adults with VI and provided valuable insights to learn from and optimize E-nergEYEze. Trial Registration: International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP) NL7764; https://tinyurl.com/32b3xt74

Department emphasizes reporting fatigue and proper procedures for overnight shift workers.

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Combatting Fatigue Associated with Arthritis: A Comprehensive Guide Arthritis is a chronic condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, bringing not just pain but also a relentless sense of fatigue. This fatigue can stem from various factors, including the medical conditions themselves and the treatments prescribed. Understanding how to effectively manage this fatigue can be pivotal in improving your overall quality of life.