All Healthcare and wellbeing articles – Page 3
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Article67% of employers invest in preventative healthcare to mitigate impact of rising costs
More than two thirds (67%) of employers are investing in preventative healthcare to tackle soaring medical inflation, according to research by Howden Employee Benefits.
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ArticleNHS Charities Together and NHS England to invest £2.4 million in wellbeing support for staff
NHS Charities Together and NHS England have committed to invest £2.4 million as part of a programme to boost mental and physical wellbeing support for NHS staff.
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ArticleUK SMEs lose £29 billion annually to sickness
UK small to medium-sized businesses (SMEs) lose £29 billion annually due to sickness-related productivity drops, according to research by Unum UK.
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ArticleGlobal health insurance costs projected to rise by 10.3% in 2026
Global health insurance costs have been found to be projected to rise by 10.3% next year, as healthcare inflation continues to increase, according to research by Willis Towers Watson (WTW).
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Article25% of staff say private medical insurance is benefit they most want in reward package
A quarter (25%) of UK employees said private medical insurance is the single most important benefit they want from their reward packages, yet only four in 10 employers offer this, according to research by Epassi UK.
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OpinionLovewell’s logic: Is the Mayfield Review the answer to transforming workplace health?
The Keep Britain Working Review into workplace health provision has recognised the unique position employers are in to support a preventative approach to ill-health.
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ArticleGovernment to join forces with employers to tackle ill-health
The government has announced that it will join forces with employers to tackle ill-health and keep Britain working.
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ArticleAverage medical trend cost rate forecast to drop to 12%
The average medical trend cost rate for 2026 has been forecast to decline to 12%, down from 17% in 2025, according to research by Aon.
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OpinionNicola Marshall: How do you raise awareness of stress-related support in the workplace?
Welcome Break recognises that spotting the early signs of stress is key.
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OpinionDebbie Waddington: How do you raise awareness of stress-related support in the workplace?
An open approach to mental health is central to Keepmoat’s culture.
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ArticleExclusive: 47% of HR directors say mental health conditions are main reason for long-term sick leave
Nearly half (47%) of HR directors said mental health conditions are one of the main reasons why employees take long-term sick leave, according to research from MetLife UK.
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AnalysisHighlighting the value-added benefits of group risk products
Employee benefits such as group life cover, income protection, and critical illness cover have evolved into holistic wellbeing tools, offering far more than financial reassurance.
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Case StudiesPartech’s group risk package provides valuable added benefits
Partech’s value-added benefits form an integral part of its overall benefits package.
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Article57% of employers do not offer any domestic abuse support for staff
Employee Benefits poll: More than half (57%) of employers said they do not offer any domestic abuse support for staff, according to a survey of Employee Benefits readers.
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AnalysisBuilding the business case for wellbeing
Prioritising wellbeing is worthwhile for those wanting to boost productivity and profit. So, how can employers build the business case for wellbeing in the workplace?
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Case StudiesCadent Gas uses data to inform wellbeing strategy
Gas distribution network Cadent Gas takes a data and risk-based approach to employee wellbeing.
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Case StudiesWestcon-Comstor roots wellbeing strategy within overall people initiatives
Westcon-Comstor’s wellbeing strategy forms a key part of its people strategy, which has an ongoing focus on inclusion.
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ArticleNatural Resources Wales launches heating benefit scheme for staff
Natural Resources Wales has launched a home-heating benefit scheme for its employees.
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Case StudiesPodcast: Connaught Care Collection ensures benefits support all areas of employees’ lives
Connaught Care Collection’s total reward approach sees its benefits package closely weaved into talent attraction and its employee experience.
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Case StudiesThe benefits offered by Connaught Care Collection
The benefits on offer at Connaught Care Collection include unlimited holiday for some job grades.