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Steelers running back Jaylen Warren has adjusted his offseason training to handle a larger workload in 2025 following Najee Harris's departure, aiming to be the primary ball carrier. The team is also focusing on improving communication on defense, integrating rookies like Derrick Harmon, and preparing for roster changes before training camp. Additionally, punter Cameron Johnston has returned from injury, providing the team with two top-tier punting options.
Famed game designer Hideo Kojima, known for creating the Metal Gear Solid franchise, recently expressed feeling tired and exhausted. In a tweet, Kojima shared his fatigue, prompting many to offer support and appreciation for his work. Amidst working on a movie, a Death Stranding sequel, and a horror game with Jordan Peele, Kojima's workload seems to be taking a toll.
Former NBA star DeMarcus Cousins criticizes the Los Angeles Lakers' plan to limit LeBron James' minutes, calling it "complete bulls--t." Cousins believes that the team needs a more realistic plan to keep James fresh throughout the season, considering his injury history and the physical toll of playing heavy minutes. Despite James' impressive performance, the Lakers have had a slow start to the season. Cousins emphasizes the need for a sustainable workload management strategy to ensure James' availability for the playoffs and a championship run.
Pharmacists in Skokie, Illinois, are experiencing high levels of stress and burnout due to the overwhelming workload during flu season. With an influx of patients seeking flu vaccines and prescription orders, pharmacists are working long shifts and juggling multiple responsibilities, including administering COVID-19 vaccines, testing, filling prescriptions, and providing mental health counseling. The shortage of staff and increasing work requirements have also led to pharmacy workers calling in sick. To alleviate the pressure on local pharmacies, the Skokie Health and Human Services Department has increased the number of flu vaccinations administered at their clinic. However, pharmacists are still struggling to keep up with the demand, leading to frustrated patients. Independent drugstores are receiving less traffic compared to chain pharmacies and can handle more walk-ins.
Pharmacy staff from Walgreens and CVS are expressing concerns about unreasonable workloads, understaffing, and cuts to their hours, leading to exhaustion and frustration. Employees are responsible for verifying prescriptions, administering vaccines, addressing insurance issues, transferring prescriptions, and assisting patients in-store and over the phone. Some pharmacy staff have walked off the job, and others are planning to do so again. Both Walgreens and CVS have thousands of retail store locations across the US, but employees claim that the companies are not providing enough staffing or resources to safely execute their tasks. The companies have acknowledged the challenges and are taking steps to recruit, retain, and reward pharmacy staff, including enhancing recruitment, hiring, and training programs.
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan expressed his satisfaction with running back Christian McCaffrey's heavy workload, stating that it is "real easy to put a lot on his plate." McCaffrey, who is dealing with an oblique injury, has been heavily involved in both the running and passing game, averaging over 22 touches per game. Shanahan believes that McCaffrey's versatility as a receiver helps mitigate some of the wear and tear. Despite missing practice on Thursday, McCaffrey's availability for Monday night's game against the Minnesota Vikings remains uncertain.
Pharmacies are facing challenges as they head into their busiest season, with shortages of pharmacists and staff, heavy workloads, and ongoing drug shortages. Many drugstores, particularly large chains, are struggling to recruit enough workers, leading to thin staffing and increased stress for pharmacists. Customers have noticed the impact, with concerns about medication errors and stressed-out pharmacists. Some drugstores have taken steps to address the challenges by adding employees during busy hours, but the overall shortage persists. In addition to the usual demand for flu and pneumonia vaccines, pharmacies are now administering COVID-19 shots and a new vaccine for RSV. Customers can help by bringing all insurance cards to appointments, avoiding peak times, making appointments for vaccines, and calling in prescription refills in advance.
Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey is unconcerned about his heavy workload, stating that it is dependent on how the game is going and that there will be games where backup running back Elijah Mitchell gets more carries. McCaffrey has played 100 percent of the offensive snaps for his team 15 times in his career and currently leads the NFL in rushing yards this season.
Walmart is reportedly asking its pharmacists in higher wage brackets to voluntarily take pay cuts and reduce their working hours as part of cost reduction measures. The move comes as Walmart pharmacies face increased pressure due to the high cost of top-selling weight-loss drugs, which are impacting profits. Additionally, Walmart is dealing with the financial burden of a $3.1 billion opioid-related legal settlement. The company claims the reduction in pharmacist hours is due to a drop in demand for drugs during the summer and requests for better work-life balance. However, industry experts argue that the underlying reason is a shortage of pharmacy technicians. The growing workload, including additional responsibilities related to the opioid settlement, has led to concerns among pharmacists about filling prescriptions with fewer resources.
Elon Musk has announced that he will personally approve every new hire at Tesla, which could amount to hundreds of hours of extra work and slow down the hiring process. Tesla has increased its headcount by about 30,000 in each of the last three years, and if this trend continues, Musk's oversight could take up to 21 days of non-stop work. Musk's new process could lead to a hiring slowdown or even a hiring freeze, and executives must send him a list of their candidates once a week for approval.