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Probing the link between occupation and risk of suicide
A new study suggests that for most occupations, your job does not increase your risk of suicide.
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Job opportunity: Scientist
Aug. 16 - The Institute is recruiting for the position of Scientist. Qualifications include doctoral-level training and at least four years of experience as an independent researcher.
Health & Safety Smart Planner
July 22 - This tool is now available to download. It calculates the costs and benefits of implementing health and safety programs in workplaces.
OHS in seven jurisdictions
June 22 - The Institute for Work & Health has prepared papers describing the OHS system and delivery of prevention services in seven jurisdictions for an Expert Advisory Panel established by the Ontario Ministry of Labour.
Neck pain treatment
June 18 - A new guide summarizes the evidence on assessing and managing neck pain, a common problem in workers. It covers treatments delivered by a range of health-care professionals, including chiropractors, doctors, physiotherapists and others.
Opioid use guideline
May 3 - IWH provided research expertise in the development of a new national opioid guideline that will assist physicians in effectively and safely prescribing these drugs.
Systematic review workshop
The Institute for Work & Health will hold a two-day systematic review workshop in Toronto in November. Please register by Oct. 20 to secure your spot.
Shift Work Symposium
April 28 - The Occupational Cancer Research Centre and IWH co-hosted a scientific symposium on the health effects of shift work on April 12. A summary report, slides and other information are now available.
Shift work issue briefing
April 28 - This Issue Briefing summarizes the research on shift work's potential effects on health.
IWH journal articles
This searchable database of 648 references includes abstracts and, in some cases, access to full papers of peer-reviewed publications by IWH scientists. Updated July 2010.
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