As winter sets in, employers need to be aware that workers who are exposed to cold, wet or icy conditions may be at risk of sustaining injuries or becoming ill….
Read MoreAccording to a report from the Department of Transport, 5,690 road accidents occurred in 2013 when a driver was over the legal limit for alcohol, and 1,340 people were killed…
Read MoreThe pre- and post-Christmas season can be joyful but can also bring about a whole host of additional pressures that can affect wellbeing and productivity: Increased workload: A number of…
Read MoreThere are many health issues we may experience over the course of our lives that can affect our ability to do our jobs – but often, the menopause may not…
Read MoreThe pre-Christmas season. A time for letting your hair down with friends and family and enjoying some festive cheer? That’s one way of looking at it. Alternatively, for some, it’s…
Read MoreWorking, whether paid or unpaid, is good for our health and wellbeing. It contributes to our happiness, helps us to build confidence and self-esteem, and rewards us financially. Because of…
Read MoreLast week, our blog focused on the issue of presenteeism and the impact it can have on a business. Despite not being as well-known an issue as absenteeism, presenteeism is…
Read MoreMost people know about the issue of absenteeism in the workplace, but presenteeism may not be something on everyone’s radar. Presenteeism is defined as the ‘act of attending work whilst…
Read MoreAs winter approaches we’re faced with the threat of cold and snowy conditions in some parts of the UK. These have the potential to play havoc with organisations’ productivity, not…
Read MoreObesity is one of the most significant health issues facing the UK population today. In the UK, 64% of adults are classed as being overweight or obese, costing the UK…
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