Health & Wellbeing

PR bodies launch global mental health and wellbeing survey

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and PRCA UK launched the survey with the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management.

87% of employers recognise responsibility to support staff with health conditions, Aviva finds

More than four in five UK employers said the Government’s Keep Britain Working Review has influenced how they support employees with health conditions or disabilities.

Four in 10 employers say health and wellbeing support boosts productivity – Everywhen

Staff retention was cited by 39% of employers, while 38% reported increased staff loyalty.

NCFE urges leaders to prioritise trauma-informed practice

Claire Montague said: "Organisations need to consider how their own processes and ways of working can support people rather than unintentionally increase distress."

Nearly 70% of workers over 50 experience sleep problems linked to job stress, study finds

Workers who had better work-life balance and higher job satisfaction reported better wellbeing, according to the University of Edinburgh.

Half of adults with health conditions face pension poverty, Scottish Widows finds

Three in 10 adults have seen their work affected by health issues in the past five years, with 10% stopping work altogether.

81% of employers plan to increase number of employees overseas – Everywhen

A quarter are looking to do this within the next 12 months, and 72% within five years. 

Employers most concerned about health of older workers, research finds

Employers report the highest levels of concern for the mental and physical health of older workers, with baby boomers identified as the most at-risk group.

Towergate Employee Benefits calls for stronger menopause support to retain experienced women in the workplace

Debra Clark, head of wellbeing at Towergate Employee Benefits, has urged employers to improve menopause support, warning that businesses risk losing valuable experience and diversity without it.

Housing Hand reports record quarter as demand for guarantor services rises

Healix Health launches precision cancer service to improve outcomes and cut costs

Healix Health has launched a new Precision Cancer Service in partnership with Further, offering genomic testing and expert clinical support to improve employee outcomes and reduce treatment costs.

Public health workforce will face shortages without action, RSPH warns

Nick Harding said: “Proper workforce planning, meaningful monitoring of the state of the workforce, and investment in vital training are the minimum that should be on offer.”