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Microsoft's research indicates that blue-collar jobs are less likely to be impacted by AI, with roles like nursing assistants and painters being among the safest, while white-collar jobs involving information and communication are more vulnerable to AI adoption and impact.
A new study by the University of Minnesota School of Public Health has found that workers in critical occupations during the COVID-19 pandemic had a higher mortality rate compared to workers in non-critical occupations. The study examined death certificates and occupational employment rates in Minnesota and found that workers in critical occupations had an Excess Mortality Rate (EMR) of 9.6 per 10,000, compared to 1.9 per 10,000 for workers in non-critical occupations. Workers of color, particularly in food processing, food service, construction, retail, and transportation and logistics, experienced a higher EMR than white workers. The study also highlighted the insufficient prioritization of vulnerable groups in Minnesota's vaccine rollout, with workers in food service, retail, and food processing experiencing higher EMR despite being included in later vaccine phases.
A study suggests that hairdressers, beauticians, and accountants may have a higher risk of developing ovarian cancer. Researchers from the University of Montreal analyzed data on women aged 18 to 79 and found that working for 10 or more years in these job roles was associated with a heightened risk of the disease. Exposure to chemical agents, such as those found in talcum powder and bleaches, could be a contributing factor. Other industries such as sales, retail, clothing, and construction were also linked to increased risks. Nurses, on the other hand, appeared to have a decreased risk.