The chances are that around 25% of us who work in organisations have experienced some kind of workplace bullying and harassment in the past year. That’s according to data from the CIPD. Other studies suggest the problem is even bigger – and growing. What’s more, not all of it is even seen, with the emergence […]
02
Oct
Oct
How well is your organisation aware of what Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is? And how are you supporting your employees who have it – so that they can use the strengths that often come with OCD conditions? Do you see it as a disability or an extra ability? At Cordell Health, we very much champion […]
02
Oct
Oct
This year’s World Menopause Day on October 18th has a very practical theme: how adopting ‘Lifestyle Medicine’ can help during this transitional life stage. So, what does this involve, and how can employers make a difference? ‘Lifestyle Medicine’ is about prevention. It’s an umbrella term for choices in nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management and social […]
03
Sep
Sep
Any diagnosis of a dementia condition will be devastating, not just for the person affected but their loved ones too. But what can this mean for an employer? As the workforce ages, it’s likely that more employees will experience dementia in various forms. That’s why greater understanding of dementia, and the impact of dementia in […]
03
Sep
Sep
We believe that better awareness of sexual health and safety issues and the risks found in the workplace can significantly improve morale, productivity and the overall health and wellbeing of your employees. That’s because sexual health encompasses both staying well and infection free, and by also improving awareness of sexual safety, you help reduce incidents […]
30
Jul
Jul
Since its foundation in 1994, The NHS Organ Donor Register has seen more than 100,000 transplants take place. While that number has been life changing for those involved, the reality is that the waiting list for a transplant is the highest it has been in a decade, with just over 8,000 people in the UK […]
30
Jul
Jul
According to the NHS, around 7 million people in the UK are affected by cardiovascular disease, a term for all illnesses of the heart and circulatory system. Inevitably, heart disease has a significant negative impact on employers, primarily through reduced productivity, increased absenteeism and the costs that come with managing this. We believe that employers have […]
02
Jul
Jul
Most of us have been there at some point. The feeling that we aren’t as good at our jobs as others might think we are. We’re just waiting for someone to find us out, or we feel lucky to be in the role in the first place. We may even attribute our achievements to others. […]
02
Jul
Jul
How safe is your workplace for employees with food allergies? While some symptoms of an allergy can seem mild, for some they can be fatal. An estimated 2 million people are living in the UK with a diagnosed food allergy, so better food allergy awareness might just save a life. This article has been written […]
28
May
May
When we think of what contributes to good workplace health, communication probably isn’t at the top of your employee wellbeing strategy. But good communication really does have an important role to play helping to create a healthier workforce. This article is written for anyone with an interest in workplace health, which really should be everyone. […]