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How Discrimination in the Workplace Impacts Black Women’s Health & Well-Being

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The experience took a toll on her mental health. She was put on medication and had to take a few weeks off from work. There’s a lot of research that shows that Black women who are encountering discrimination problems in the workplace experience poor health outcomes that hurt their overall health and well-being,” Frye says.

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AT&T Extended Its Remote Work Policy, But Some Employees Are Still Being Forced Back

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AT&T’s union recently came to an agreement with the company to extend the company’s remote work policy until next year. The deal with Communications Workers of America (CWA) stated that workers would be able to work remotely during crises until March of 2023. For some, health and safety are a concern.

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The significance of women’s health is increasingly acknowledged in the modern workplace

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Women, on average, outlive men but, as reported by the World Economic Forum ( WEF , 2024), spend approximately 25 percent of their lives in poor health. According to the WEF, addressing the disparities in women’s health could dramatically reduce this statistic, enhancing the lives of billions globally.

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The Rise of Digital Nomads is Creating a Runaway Industry

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According to the 2023 Digital Nomads Report published by MBO Partners , 17.3 SafetyWing, a startup offering travel health and medical insurance for remote workers, was cited as a prime example. The numbers speak for themselves. million U.S. The company is reported to have seen earnings of $24 million last year.

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Feel Guilty for Taking a Sick Day? You’re Not Alone, but It Shouldn’t Be the Norm

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A Softworks study conducted in May and June 2023 found that, of 614 responses, a whopping 79% of participants felt obligated to work when they were sick. As an essential worker, despite constantly advising patients to stay home when sick and rest, our seemingly health-centric field always falls short of looking out for their own.

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What Every Business Needs To Know About The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

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employers with 15 or more employees to provide reasonable accommodations for known limitations associated with pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. By providing support and protections for pregnant workers, these laws aim to promote women’s health, economic stability, and equal opportunities in the workplace.

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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

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When she was a junior in high school, Arrington founded the nonprofit ScholarCHIPS, an organization that provides college scholarships, mentoring, mental health support and a peer support network to children of incarcerated parents. Dr. Rajinder Atwal Medical Director, CEO, Founder, Family Physician, M.D.,

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