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Asleep at the wheel?  PDF
Lists the danger signs of drowsy drivers. Describes sleep apnea symptoms and treatment, and gives tips for safe driving. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Lung Association of Saskatchewan
Extended workday: health and safety issues 
Discusses the health and safety issues associated with working extended workday schedules. Explains concerns about fatigue, exposure to hazards, and effects on social and family life. Provides guidelines on how to implement this type of work schedule in the workplace.
Source: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
From: OSH answers
Fatigue 
Describes the occupational health and safety risks of fatigue and sleep deprivation, particularly for shift workers. Outlines factors in the work environment that can increase drowsiness and offers tips for fighting fatigue.
Source: Canada Safety Council (CSC)
How can shift work affect my health? 
Lists possible health effects of shiftwork, including how it affects body, well-being, family and social life. Offers tips for designing a good shift schedule. Created for the CHN by the Workplace Health Affiliate.
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: FAQs: workplace health
I'm always tired – am I sick? 
Provides a list of the main causes of fatigue and analyzes each one of them. Provides links to additional information. Prepared for the Canadian Health Network by the Youth affiliate consortium.
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: FAQs: youth
Jet lag: feeling the health effects of long-distance travel 
Presents a short questionnaire designed to aid air travellers avoid the worst effects of jet lag.
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: Magazine feature of the month: archives
Tired of feeling tired? 
Suggests various treatable, health conditions which could lead to fatigue. Presents different strategies to avoid weariness and rebuild energy levels.
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: Magazine feature of the month: archives
What should I know about sleepiness or fatigue when driving? 
Addresses general effects of sleepiness and gives results if driving including causes. Lists tips to consider if driving for a long time. Suggests ways workplaces can help workers, especially those who work night shifts. Prepared by Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS).
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: FAQs: workplace health
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