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On Wednesday, the full power of healthcare’s role burst into full view, and marked a clear shift in a labor market now geared toward the hard, often physical, work of caring for America’s aging population.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

They do most of the physical work these days, under his guidance, but Bifano still makes the rounds at his client’s gardens.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2025

"They thought I had such a good job before, and my educational background is quite competitive. They didn't understand why I chose a low-barrier job that requires me to do physical work for little money."

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2025

It led to some criticism,, external including from her BJK Cup captain Anne Keothavong, but served as a reminder of the physical work still to do.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2024

In addition to harder physical work, secondary school students spent more time finding fault with themselves and one another.

From "Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West" by Blaine Harden




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