Physical health

Encouraging Employee Benefits Use to Support New Year Wellbeing Goals

As the new year begins, many employees set personal goals focused on improving health fitness or lifestyle habits. However motivation often fades by mid-January.

Career Fears Lead Men to Delay Medical Diagnoses

Concerns about career impact and workplace perception are leading many men to delay seeking medical advice or diagnosis.

Birmingham Records Highest Number of Reported Workplace Accidents in UK

New analysis of workplace accident data has identified Birmingham as the area with the highest number of reported non-fatal workplace injuries.

One in Seven Cardiac Arrests Happen at Work – but 65% Can’t Use a Defibrillator

Many employees remain unprepared to respond to cardiac emergencies at work despite the prevalence of incidents, according to new research.

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.

Cycle To Work Scheme ‘Linked To Improved Health And Productivity’

The UK’s Cycle to Work Scheme is delivering measurable health and economic benefits for employers and employees, according to new research.

Presenteeism Driving Up Costs As Employees Work While Sick

Presenteeism - the practice of working despite being sick - is costing UK employers around £24bn each year.

Report Reveals Widespread Misunderstanding of Diabetes in the Workplace

A new international report has found that nearly eight in ten people living with diabetes face bias or misunderstanding in the workplace.

Busting Back Pain Myths to Better Support Office Workers

Misinformation about back pain is widespread, but evidence-based advice can help employees manage symptoms safely and confidently.

GPs Told to Curb Sick Notes and Refer Patients to Support Services Instead

An NHS pilot will embed employment advisers and health specialists in GP surgeries to help workers manage conditions.

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