Healthcare

Calls for “Health” to be brought into ESG strategies

In a new report, researchers have called for health and wellbeing to be more closely aligned to companies' ESG strategies amid an alarming increase in the number of people out of work.

Dr Pamela Gellatly: The impact of long-term sickness – will the new occupational health initiatives deliver?

The measures announced in the Spring Budget to address long-term sickness are a step in the right direction. But will it truly be enough?

World Parkinson’s Day brings chronic conditions into focus for international employers

World Parkinson's Day is a reminder to employers that overseas staff require more support with chronic conditions than UK-based colleagues.

1/2 UK adults say its too expensive to stay healthy!

A recent report on the state of health and well-being has revealed 54% of UK adults are saying it is becoming too expensive to stay healthy.

Spring Budget 2023 met with mixed responses

The Chancellor of the Exchequer presented his Spring Budget to Parliament on Wednesday 15 March 2023 which has been met with mixed responses.

Spring budget health measures a ‘first step’ towards tackling workforce drop-outs

Experts welcomed the focus on workplace health which places OH expertise at the forefront to tackle workforce drop-outs due to ill health.

Abigail Comber: Offering effective healthcare support is crucial to alleviating workplace worries

A recent report shows an 88% rise in employee well-being concerns over the last year highlighting the need for effective healthcare support.

Abigail Comber: Workplace health benefits essential for recruiting & retaining top talent

The UK’s workforce isn’t well: Unemployment due to sick leave has reached record highs highlighting the need for workplace health benefits.

World Cancer Day 2023: Employees need support

New research for World Cancer Day has found a 1/3 of employers said being able to access screening for cancer had increased in importance. 

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