Last month we looked at the role of nutrition and fitness in supporting better mental health. As we explained, there is a strong link between physical and mental health – and when the two areas have the focus they need, better productivity follows. This month, we are looking more closely at mental wellbeing itself. We’ve […]
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Jun
Jun
According to the 2023 Britain’s Healthiest Workplace survey by Vitality, UK workers lose an average of 6.1 days a year due to formal absence, with the majority of that due to ill-health. The overall cost of workplace sickness to the UK economy was reckoned to be £138 billion. Businesses simply can’t afford to lose productivity […]
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May
May
World Blood Donor Day, 14th June, is an event that raises awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products. This article covers the importance of giving blood and what employers could do to support a blood donation initiative of their own.
27
Feb
Feb
Good things happen when you stop smoking – that’s the NHS message for the annual National No Smoking Day which is on Wednesday, March 13th this year.
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Jan
Jan
Written to support Time to Talk Day 2024 which takes place on Thursday, 1st February, we look at why we all need to encourage more conversation around mental health at work, how to become more open and ways to embed this openness into workplace culture.
04
Jan
Jan
Dry January is back for another year – but will you last all through the month? We share our tips to keep going right through to the end – with some facts about alcohol that might just help to keep you motivated.
31
Oct
Oct
A financial wellbeing strategy is fast becoming a necessity to help employees overcome their financial worries. We look at why employers need to act on employee financial wellbeing, the benefits better financial health brings – and how to put a strategy in place.
27
Jun
Jun
Being a good listener helps to build relationships within the workplace. We share our thoughts on why listening matters in support of The Samaritans’ Talk to Us campaign, and offer some tips to improve your listening skills.
31
May
May
This year’s Thank You Day is on Sunday, July 2nd. At work giving thanks can be a powerful aid to productivity, engagement and retention. We share a few tips to spread the goodwill a little gratitude can bring.
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Apr
Apr
Someone dies of bowel cancer in the UK every 30 minutes but incredibly, nearly 40% of people in the UK can’t name a single symptom. We focus on the signs and prevention to reduce the risks of developing bowel cancer.