The connections between employee stress, decreasing productivity, and increasing healthcare costs are important reasons why managers and employees need to understand the factors that can cause job stress and put into place programs that monitor and reduce stress levels.

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"Doing some exercise is a great way to reduce stress levels, " Dr Arnett said.

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Proper levels can reduce the risk of stress fractures, inflammatory injuries and upper respiratory tract infections.

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