When asked about the impact of the spread of the new coronavirus on nurses and midwives working in medical settings nationwide, nearly 80% of the respondents answered that they were afraid or anxious about the infection. A survey by the Japanese Nursing Association found that.
The Japanese Nursing Association conducted a survey on the Internet from October to November last year to more than 15,000 nursing staff nationwide, including nurses and midwives, and received responses from 5121 people.
According to this, when asked about the impact of the spread of the new corona, 79% of the respondents answered, "I was afraid or anxious that I might be infected." ..
This was followed by 49% of respondents who said that the working environment in the workplace had deteriorated, and 20% who said that they had discrimination, prejudice, or unpleasant words from those around them.
When asked if they would like to continue working as a nursing staff, 68% of the respondents answered "I agree very much" or "I agree a little".
On the other hand, 56% of employees in their 20s said they would like to continue working, which is lower than other age groups, and 28% answered "I don't think so at all" or "I don't think so much".
The Japanese Nursing Association says, "Because the long-term response to the new corona has an impact on the health of nursing staff, I would like them to improve the environment in which they can work with peace of mind."