Commenting on "Health dangers being ignored by blue-collar workers"
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/health-dangers-being-ignored-by-blue-collar-workerrs/story-fni0fiyv-1226892686534
Too much credit has been given to education, hoping that spending more time studying will reduce many physical and social ills. Unfortunately, education does not solve bad habitual problems.
Although smoke, drink and diet are contributory factors, one must not overlook that many blue collar workers' workplace environment is far less inviting and healthy. Furthermore, many blue collar workers do not earn as much as their counterpart which can lead to greater financial stress.
It is important to tackle the problem holistically rather than just target at their life-style and habit.
