Jobs that run from nine in the morning to five in the afternoon are often derided as dull and unchallenging. But a new study suggests they may be the healthiest of all work shifts. The study, which was carried out by researchers at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, involved a […]
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A new report shows that, even though there are far more women working in the nursing profession, male nurses tend to earn more money. The report, which was recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, shows that there continues to be a roughly $5,000 annual wage gap between male and female nurses. […]
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Here are eight serious health problems that result from a habitually sedentary lifestyle according to expert research.
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You’ve likely heard a lot of references to ergonomics and the ergonomic workstations around your office without much thought for what that really means. The term “ergonomics” refers to the design of the work environment—so it fits and flatters the abilities of the worker, while supporting his or her limitations. The overarching objective of ergonomics […]
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Does the phrase “burning the candle at both ends” ring true for you? If looming deadlines, office politics, the constant stress of technology, and lack of free time have got you practically living at the office, your physical and mental stress may be begging for balance. The good news is that you can create a […]
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Want to improve the efficiency of your work team? Then have everyone stand up at the next meeting. A new study shows that standing during work meetings can actually improve employee performance. The study was led by a pair of researchers — Andrew Knight and Markus Baer — from the Olin Business School, which is […]
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