Ancillary hospital workers experience during COVID-19: systematic review and narrative synthesis.

Sarah Louise KearsleyLiz WalkerMiriam J Johnson Alison Bravington

Published in: BMJ supportive & palliative care (2024)

Few studies included ancillary staff. As reported, ancillary staff at NHS hospitals had a higher prevalence of COVID-19 infection but felt marginalised and poorly supported. They valued training when offered. Additional research is needed to understand better the impact of COVID-19 on ancillary key workers, and how best to support them in future similar circumstances.

Keyphrases

systematic review
healthcare
coronavirus disease
sars cov
meta analyses
risk factors
patient safety
randomized controlled trial
current status
virtual reality
acute care