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Perfectionism a risk factor for RSI

Workers who are perfectionists are more likely to suffer repetitive strain injury, but need psychological, not ergonomic interventions.


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Work stress a risk factor for alcoholism

Work stress caused by effort-reward imbalance has been found to be a risk factor for alcohol dependence in men.


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Mineral dust, vibrations increase arthritis risk

Workers who are exposed to mineral dust and electronic vibrations have an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, a study has found.


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Downsizing causes health problems, heart attacks

Workers who remain employed after major organisational downsizing take more sick leave and have double the risk of cardiovascular death.


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Why do workers behave unsafely?

Workers who perceive management is not highly committed to safety are more likely to act unsafely, a new study has found.


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Rehab critical in back pain recurrence

Workers who receive shorter periods of rehabilitation and do not need surgery or medication following the onset of low back pain are less likely to suffer a recurrence, according to a new study.



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Sleep deprivation affects response time, not accuracy

Night shift workers generally maintain accuracy in work performed while they are sleep deprived, but their cognitive response times are significantly longer.




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