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The double burden: the role of food insecurity on repetitive strain injuries among adults in Canada

Daniel Amoak et al.

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics2026https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2650931article
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Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are a major public health concern in Canada and a leading reason for hospital visits among workers, placing pressure on the healthcare system and reducing productivity and well-being. Food insecurity, a key indicator of socioeconomic disadvantage and a critical determinant of health, may influence the RSI risk but remains understudied. Using data from the 2017-2018 Canadian Community Health Survey (n = 94,548), this study applied multivariable logistic regression to examine the relationship between food security status and RSIs among Canadian adults. About 12% reported experiencing RSIs. Individuals with moderate (odds ratio [OR] 1.36, p < 0.001) and severe food insecurity (OR 1.35, p < 0.001) had higher odds of RSI compared to food-secure individuals. Several demographic, socioeconomic, behavioural and health-related factors were also associated with RSI. These findings highlight food insecurity as an important factor in RSI risk and the need to address it within broader prevention strategies.

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@article{daniel2026,
  title        = {{The double burden: the role of food insecurity on repetitive strain injuries among adults in Canada}},
  author       = {Daniel Amoak et al.},
  journal      = {International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics},
  year         = {2026},
  doi          = {https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2650931},
}

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