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Are long workplace hours a risk to your health?

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At what point are the hours you work a risk to your health? It's a question asked frequently in job markets around the world. According to the latest research, working more than an average of 39 hours a week, can put people at risk, both physically and mentally. Sunil Awasthi reports.


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At what point are the hours you work a risk to your health? It's a question asked frequently in job markets around the world. According to the latest research, working more than an average of 39 hours a week, can put people at risk, both physically and mentally. Sunil Awasthi reports.



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