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Employers Show ‘Growing Concern’ Over Cancer and Serious Ill Health at Work

More than half of UK employers are concerned about cancer and serious ill health affecting their workforce.

Millennials Most Likely to Miss Cervical Cancer Screenings, Research Finds

Cervical cancer remains one of the most preventable cancers, with almost all cases avoidable through vaccination and regular screening.

Stuart Snape: Mesothelioma – The Condition That Kills Over 2,000 Workers a Year

Every year, more than 2,200 people die from mesothelioma - a deadly cancer caused by workplace asbestos exposure.

Cancer Is Top Cause of Workplace Insurance Payouts, Employers Told

The findings underline the ongoing impact of cancer in the workforce and come at a time when survival rates are steadily improving.

Employers Urged to Adapt Cancer Support Amid Varying Healthcare Standards

Cancer cases are predicted to rise sharply in the coming decades, with the World Health Organisation projecting a 77% increase by 2050.

Cancer Support UK named official provider of workplace cancer training for Barts Health NHS Trust

Staff at London’s second largest cancer unit, Barts Health NHS Trust, are set to...

Matt Liggins: Sun safety in the workplace

Taking care of our skin is important and currently, we are seeing a dangerous sun safety trend on social media, with potential repercussions for employees.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a global campaign dedicated to raising awareness about...

Lack of employee cancer support can lead to talent exodus for UK employers

The Employee Experience Report found that 67% of respondents felt their employer did not show concern or interest throughout their cancer journey.

1/5 UK employees with cancer dissatisfied with employer communication

A further quarter also said they did not feel heard or listened to by their line manager during a period of ill health.
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