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It is an unfortunate fact of life that most of us need to work. Some find it fulfilling and more than just financially rewarding. Others are content with their pay-packet or cheque at the end of the week or month.
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Foster, A. (1995). The effects of work on health. In: Bamford, M. (eds) Work and Health. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-4423-8_2
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