By Alan Price at Peninsula Business Services A sickness absence policy is an essential tool for organisations of all sizes; no employer can avoid having to deal with employee absence…
Read MoreHave you gone into work when you were seriously ill? The vast majority of us have gone into work with a minor illness like a cough or cold – we…
Read MoreA stroke occurs when the blood supply to your brain is disrupted due to a blockage or bleeding in the brain. According to the Stroke Association, 152,000 strokes happen in…
Read MoreTesticular cancer affects roughly 2,300 men each year and is much more common among men of working age. It is nearly always curable but as with many cancers, the key…
Read MoreOne in four people will experience a mental health problem each year, yet the stigma surrounding mental ill health prevents many from opening up about their mental health issues and…
Read MoreAlthough health problems are a major cause of workplace absence, other non-work related (social) factors can cause you to be off work or prevent you returning. Being open and honest…
Read MoreAs an employer, it’s inevitable that some of your employees will be absent due to sickness or illness. This type of absence will naturally resolve itself, but for a small…
Read MoreBy promoting health at work, and creating a safe workplace for your employees, you can effectively manage health and safety in the workplace, help prevent accidents and sickness absence. Health…
Read MoreDo you feel like you’re learning at your job? For many of us, our jobs offer us a great opportunity for learning and development. Improving and building your skillset is…
Read MoreME (myalgic encephalomyelitis) is a condition that affects roughly 250, 000 people in the UK and is shrouded in a lack of understanding to a great degree. To begin with,…
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