Circadian rhythm disruption from rotating night shifts destroys the slow-wave sleep window when hair follicles exclusively repair, triggering aggressive telogen effluvium in Malaysian healthcare workers who already operate under extreme occupational stress.
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Neuro-Relaxation21 April 2026
Night Shift Hair Loss: Why Malaysian Nurses and Doctors Experience Accelerated Thinning
Circadian rhythm disruption from rotating night shifts destroys the slow-wave sleep window when hair follicles exclusively repair, triggering aggressive telogen effluvium in healthcare workers.
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