Evidence showing that early intervention reduces duration of absence and overall cost We know there is an abundance of evidence that demonstrates that early intervention reduces duration of staff sickness absence and overall coststo an organization. Why is this the case, well, simply put, unhelpful health
By Dr Julie Denning Random acts of kindness comes in all shapes and sizes, and kindness can be shared with anyone whether it's friends, family, strangers or even ourselves. This World Kindness Day, we've decided to re-share our thoughts on what kindness can be and how
By Dr Julie Denning What does it really mean to embed workforce health as a strategic business priority? If you ask AI, or read most guidance, you will find a familiar list of actions: Board-level reporting Governance structures Wellbeing strategies Line manager training Better use of data. On
We’ve previously written about Blue Monday and how it has become a self-fulfilling prophecy for people who might have already felt a bit down to feel worse on that particular day in January. We welcoming The Samaritan’s positivity of their Brew Monday campaign with open arms.
It is well known in the research literature that work is good for our health, where work provides us with a structure, a sense of normalcy, financial stability, social support and identity. The realities of being off work and living with a long-term condition are
For those of you in the know about monthly awareness topics, you will know October puts the spotlight on both cancer and menopause. Two very important health focused topics to consider and two topics that are often discussed within a work context. That is to
Imagine waking up every morning and feeling your stomach lurch before any thoughts come into your mind. You feel wet with sweat. Then your mind starts racing: How will I get through the day? Will the pain stop me from sitting at my desk again?
This is part two of a two-part series written by W2W Clinical Health Coaches Dr. Anuska Randolph-Stephens and Kaylie Behan, to read part one, click here. Work and wellbeing: How many times do we hear people describe how they are feeling by using the word ‘wellbeing’? Wellbeing
By Carolanne Walsh Did you know that only 14% of menopausal women are on HRT? (1) I am always shocked at this fact, but really if I think about it, our generation was warned about the dangers of HRT, so it makes sense that not many women are
Being diagnosed with cancer can be one of the most difficult situations that anyone has to face. It can cause great fear and worry and can affect every aspect of your life, including the ability to work. Various studies reveal that between 20-30% of cancer patients