Working Bodies
Given our society’s aging population, unpredictable economy and prevalence of chronic illnesses, a new book entitled Working Bodies, co edited by UWinnipeg’s Dr. Michelle Owen, professor of disability studies provides insight into chronic illness and the workplace.
Chronic pain and fatigue are two common symptoms of chronic illnesses, which often last a lifetime. These symptoms can be progressive, reoccurring, exacerbated and go into remission, making it challenging for employers and co-workers to effectively help chronically ill workers.
Working Bodies paints a disturbing picture of the challenges that an increasing number of Canadians with chronic illnesses face in a demanding and changing labour market.
The book applies significant research in the field of disability studies to exploring how Canadians living with chronic illnesses navigate workplace environments.
The book was also co-edited by Dr. Valorie Crooks, health geographer at Simon Fraser University and Dr. Sharon-Dale Stone, a sociology professor at Lakehead University.
