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Constant long working hours, changes in the content and quantity of work, and harassment, are all contributing to "death from overwork", an alarming study has found.

Poor adherence to safety regulations and exposure to diesel emissions - even at levels below recommended thresholds - have been linked, by two studies, to an increased risk of injuries and biological changes that can lead to cancer.

Arbitrary policies banning outdoor work at specific times during the summer months do not act as adequate controls for heat-related work injuries, according to a new study that suggests occupational heat prevention programs require a detailed analysis of environmental, workplace and personal variables to be effective.

Vocational advice, and mindful communication from return-to-work stakeholders, can improve the capacity of injured workers to perform work by changing their expectations and self-perceptions of fragility, Australian and European researchers say.

The dichotomous responsibilities of human resource professionals toward both organisational goals and employee wellbeing can lead to behaviours that support toxic leadership in the workplace, researchers have warned.

An extensive research study of home and hybrid workers shows they have much higher incidences of musculoskeletal pain, and concluded that employers can take a range of simple steps to protect them.

A new large-scale study has demonstrated the link between "destructive leadership" and high levels of early retirement and extended sick leave.

Results from a new international collaborative study have prompted the authors to call for employment policies and safety laws that protect workers from widespread out-of-hours managerial intrusions, while new research by LinkedIn shows "loud leaving" supervisors can help prevent burnout.

A popular process used for identifying workplace hazards suffers from a number of key limitations, primarily, that it is time-consuming, according to a global literature review.

Poor sleep in workers starting new roles significantly impacts their first few months of employment, and can lead to the development of depression and post-traumatic stress disorder, a new Australian study has shown.