Smoking kills – we all know that and the number of people smoking in the UK has declined rapidly from 51 per cent in 1974 to 19 percent today. Health…
Read MoreJanuary is traditionally seen as a time of great hope and optimism for the New Year; a moment to take stock and make plans. But Blue Monday puts more emphasis…
Read MoreMental health, just like physical health, has a major impact on how well workers are able to carry out their jobs and lead fulfilling lives. Yet physical issues exacerbated by…
Read MoreThis week is Depression Awareness Week. It’s been suggested by some that mental health has been somewhat neglected when compared to physical health, which has led to it being labelled…
Read MoreBy Richard Lewis, Workplace Health Specialist, Healthy Working Wales The first step to creating a healthier workforce and managing positive attendance is to fully understand the current situation of your…
Read MoreAccording to the mental health charity MIND, mental health problems like anxiety, depression and unmanageable stress affect one in six British workers each year. In 2013, there were 8.2 million…
Read MoreAs the clocks go back and daylight hours get shorter, many of us find that our energy levels and happy outlook dissipate with the change in seasons. For some of…
Read MoreMusculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) is the term given to a variety of painful conditions that affect the muscles, bones, and joints, which are a leading causes of long term sickness absence…
Read MoreThe financial and operational effects of sickness absence are considerable, especially for small organisations. According to 2013 research by Price Waterhouse Coopers, the annual cost of sickness absence had risen…
Read MoreAlmost half of all long-term sickness is due to mental health problems. These impact more heavily on your ability to work than any other illness. However, with the right support,…
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