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Farming Still One of World’s Most Dangerous Professions

Farming Still One of World’s Most Dangerous Professions

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New studies find farming remains one of the world’s most dangerous professions. Iowa State University Extension agricultural engineer, Chuck Schwab, is reminding Iowans in the industry to slow down and take breaks.

He says one reason for agriculture being so high with injuries and deaths is because it involves so many people of all ages.

Schwab says besides helping your body recover, taking a break can also give your brain a rest from thinking about the chores at hand and you can come back to the job thinking more clearly.

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