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Original Research

Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Effects of Caffeine in Fatigued Shift Workers: Implications for Emergency Medical Services Personnel

Pages 37-46 | Received 14 Jul 2017, Accepted 18 Sep 2017, Published online: 11 Jan 2018

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