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The Benefits of a Four-day Workweek According to a Champion of the Trend

Companies exploring the option of letting employees work four days a week hope to reduce job burnout and retain talent seeking a better work-life balance, according to the chief executive of an organization that promotes the idea. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute […]

Published on September 23, 2024

1 in 3 Former NFL Players Believe They Have CTE

One in three former NFL players believe they have football-related brain damage that’s doing untold harm to their lives, a new study finds. Unfortunately, their fears might be harming their mental health on top of whatever risks they face from head injuries sustained during… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on September 23, 2024

Tufts Lacrosse Players Develop Rare Muscle Disorder

Twelve lacrosse players from Tufts University were diagnosed with a rare but debilitating disorder after participating in 45-minute workout conducted by a trained Navy SEAL graduate of the university. Five were hospitalized with the disorder, called rhabdomyolysis, and… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the […]

Published on September 23, 2024