All Healthcare and wellbeing articles – Page 6
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Case StudiesPodcast: The RSPCA places employee support at the centre of its benefits strategy
In this episode of the Employee Benefits podcast, Sarita Coleman, head of reward at the RSPCA discusses how to create a fair and equitable benefits offering.
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ArticleGovernment publishes Get Britain Working White Paper
The government has published its Get Britain working white paper in order to tackle the root causes behind why people are not working and joining up help and support based on people’s needs.
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OpinionNicola Smyrl: How employers should handle sickness absence
Source: Taylor Walton Solicitors Nicola Smyrl Managing sickness absence is a notoriously thorny issue for employers. As such, they must tread carefully as anything less than a sensitive and considered approach may expose them to potential claims for unfair dismissal or disability discrimination, where the sickness relates ...
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ArticleYouth Sport Trust receives menopause-friendly accreditation
National children’s charity Youth Sport Trust has been awarded menopause-friendly accreditation due to its environment in which symptoms are recognised, discussed and managed.
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AnalysisBuyer’s guide to health screening
A health screen is a preventive measure that involves conducting a series of medical tests or evaluations to assess a person’s health status.
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ArticleUK private medical insurance costs expected to increase by 12.6% in 2024
UK private medical insurance costs are expected to increase by 12.6% in 2024, according to research by global advisory, broking and solutions firm Willis Towers Watson (WTW).
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AnalysisHow employers can support staff with long-term conditions and non-visible disabilities
There are a plethora of benefits that employers can offer to support long-term health conditions and non-visible disabilities.
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Case StudiesDerwent London offers comprehensive support for long-term and non-visible conditions
Derwent London has taken steps to inform and educate staff so that those with chronic health conditions, or disability or accessiblity needs are fully supported.
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ArticleJust 31% of employees engage with workplace health and wellbeing programmes
Despite 87% of employees taking responsibility for their own wellbeing, only 31% said they engage with workplace programmes, according to research by HCML.
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ArticleSleeping positions could influence success and earnings
Research has revealed that sleeping positions could influence success and earnings, with one position being particularly popular among high earners.
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AnalysisHow to boost engagement with men’s health support
Benefits to support men’s health include health screening, flexible working and counselling through an employee assistance programme.
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Case StudiesPeople&Co encourages dialogue and supportive culture for male employees
People&Co works to promote open dialogue among male employees and build an inclusive, supportive culture across the organisation to support the health of all of its workers.
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Case StudiesNice-Pak boosts engagement with men’s health through competition and conversation
Wet wipe manufacturer Nice-Pak engages employees with men’s health support through the use of competition and financial reward.
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ArticleUniversity of Manchester becomes endometriosis-friendly employer
Source: Shutterstock / 2374645977 Credit: Alastair Wallace University of Manchester, health board NHS Western Isles and health, community and youth services provider Metro Charity have become endometriosis-friendly employers. Run by charity Endometriosis UK, the scheme offers employers that want to tackle taboos around menstrual health and endometriosis ...
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Article78% of organisations have increased absenteeism due to long-term sickness
Source: Shutterstock / 2157071507 Three-quarters (78%) of organisations have experienced increased absenteeism due to workforce long-term sickness, according to research from Barnett Waddingham. The independent consultancy surveyed 301 HR directors and C-Suite business leaders in UK employers, finding that a third (34%) of respondents have seen a ...
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ArticleAmgen receives menopause-friendly employer accreditation
Source: From Amgen Biotechnology firm Amgen has been awarded menopause-friendly employer accreditation as part of its aim to ensure all of its employees feel valued and understood. Established by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, the accreditation recognises high standards and proven practices that embrace menopause in the ...
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Article37% of employers do not offer enough health and wellbeing benefits for overseas staff
More than one-third (37%) of international employers admitted that they do not offer enough health and wellbeing benefits for employees based outside of the UK, according to new research by Towergate Employee Benefits. In its latest research, the specialist health and wellbeing advice and solutions firm found ...
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ArticleHSBC UK to introduce free fertility checks
International bank HSBC UK has announced that it will introduce free fertility checks as part of its UK employee healthcare plan from January 2025. Announced during National Fertility Awareness Week (4-8 November), the aim of the checks is to give the bank’s employees an understanding of their ...
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Case StudiesThe benefits offered by Hotelplan
The benefits on offer to employees at Hotelplan Pension A group personal pension (GPP) scheme for all staff who meet auto-enrolment criteria. Employees aged under 22 can opt in. The standard contribution rates are 4% employee and 4% employer. Group risk Employer-paid ...