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Are we really programmed to be lazy?

Do people have a natural aversion to putting in the effort or wasting effort?
Women — particularly racialized women — are more likely to be in positions at the lower end of the health sector’s pay scale, that also require close and prolonged contact with patients. (Shutterstock)

Canada’s health‑care crisis is gendered: How the burden of care falls to women

Not only is the health sector feminized, but women — particularly racialized women — are more likely to be in jobs at the low end of the pay scale, but that require prolonged contact with patients.

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