Night-shift workers are especially prone to developing sleep disorders and metabolic syndrome. The risks increase even more for those who work irregular or rotating shifts said a new study published in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. The strength of our economy and safety of our society depend heavily on night shift workers it is critical we address the health issues facing people in this line of work said Indian-origin researcher and study lead author Kshma Kulkarni from Touro University in the US. One study found nine per cent of night-shift nurses developed metabolic syndrome compared to only 1.8