A cross-sectional study on the mental health of healthcare workers treating COVID-19 positive patients in Gauteng, South Africa

the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and insomnia was shown in HCWs in Gauteng, South Africa, and there were differences in perceptions of the psychosocial support systems that exist in the region between private and public sector HCWs. The results indicate that a considerable proportion of HCWs have depression, anxiety, or insomnia, with only half indicating the presence of workplace psycho-social support structures. Psycho-social support structures for HCWs need to be strengthened and made more visible.