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At Work 83 (Winter 2016)

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All At Work articles about research findings can now be found in the Publications & Resources, on the Plain-language summaries page. At Work articles about events, initiatives, appointments and awards can be found in the News & Events section, on the What’s New page.

A man sits leaning staring out the window

Depressive symptoms common in first 12 months after work injury

A follow-up study by the Institute for Work & Health finds depressive symptoms at six months after work-related injury are a signal that poor mental health may persist at 12 months.
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Illustration of doctor and man in suit talking at each other

Employers and doctors often have uneasy relationship in return to work, study finds

Interviews with Australian employers highlight problems with physicians over communication, trust.
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Businesswoman shakes hands with other professionals

Tapping into personal networks to share research and improve evidence uptake

Stakeholder networks play a key role in the dissemination and uptake of IWH research.
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Toronto skyline, seen from the harbour

PREMUS 2016 keynote speakers tackle leading-edge issues in MSD prevention

The speakers will address the risks of prolonged sitting or standing, the application of a gender lens, the role of safety climate and the risk factors for carpal tunnel syndrome.
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A trainer helps client do core exercises on mat
NEWS is spelled out in scrabble pieces that are sitting on top of a stack of newspapers

IWH Updates

New biostatistician joins the Institute ~ IWH Board of Directors welcomes three new members
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