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. […]
28
May
May
If your employees are experiencing trauma and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), they are going through something much more intense than stress. Both can have lasting psychological and emotional effects and what’s more, work itself may be one of the causes. This article looks at trauma and PTSD in the workplace, explains the differences and offers […]
01
May
May
Community is good for our mental health and wellbeing. That’s the message behind this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week, 12th to 18th May. Run by the Mental Health Foundation, the campaign seeks to explore the many ways that feeling part of a community can support and nurture improved mental health. Of course there are many […]
01
May
May
Mindfulness has the potential to bring improved employee wellbeing, reduced stress, and enhanced focus and concentration. It can also help to foster a positive work culture by encouraging open communication and empathy, leading to better teamwork and performance as a result. In practice, mindfulness takes time to master, which in turn makes the evidence of […]
01
Apr
Apr
Much has changed since the Health and Safety at Work Act was launched in 1974 and along with it the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Back then, the issues seen as endangering the safety of the workforce were largely considered to be workplace accidents – and there were many. This was long before employee wellbeing […]
01
Apr
Apr
A workforce that enjoys better sleep will make for a much more energised and efficient business. Improved productivity, engagement, attendance and better mental and physical health are just some of the benefits. However, lack of sleep can have potentially devastating consequences to health, as well as reputation. In this article, we look at why sleep […]
28
Feb
Feb
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women and those assigned female at birth in the UK according to Endometriosis UK. Symptoms vary but for many, the condition can have a huge impact on quality of life, physical and mental health. Not surprisingly, this can also affect those experiencing symptoms in the workplace, as well as their […]