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Exploited in Care: The Struggles of Workers
This chapter sheds light on the harsh working conditions of warehouse and healthcare employees in the Bronx, focusing on underpayment, excessive hours, and lack of safety. It highlights the systemic issues faced by caregivers, particularly migrant women, and follows the distressing story of a worker named Zhao, who suffers severe health repercussions due to grueling shifts. The conversation critiques the broader implications of labor violations and calls for a reevaluation of the healthcare system's profit-driven model.