Doctors are human beings, they face mental health challenges too

Most doctors in Kenya work long hours due to a shortage of medical practitioners. [iStockphoto]

A study conducted by the Aga Khan University (AKU) between January 2021 and June 2022 revealed that two in every five healthcare workers show symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.

According to the study, some of the triggers among healthcare practitioners are heavy workload, lack of resources and a poor working environment.