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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: Virgin Care achieves 10% take-up of wellbeing platform
EXCLUSIVE: Health and social care organisation Virgin Care has achieved a 10% take-up rate for its new online health and lifestyle platform for staff, which launched in January 2017.The online platform, MyWellness, aims to support the mental, physical and social wellbeing of the organisation's 7,000 employees. It is divided into ...
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Article48% have access to workplace wellbeing tools
Nearly half (48%) of respondents are offered tools by their employer that are designed to promote wellbeing in the workplace, according to research by Robert Half.Its The secrets of the happiest companies and employees report, which surveyed 2,000 UK adults who work on a full or part-time basis, also found ...
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Article137.3m working days lost due to sickness or injury in 2016
An estimated 137.3 million working days in the UK were lost due to sickness or injury in 2016, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).Its Sickness absence in the labour market: 2016 report found that minor illnesses, such as colds and coughs, were the most common reason for sickness ...
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Article49% do not receive eyecare benefits from their employer
Just under half (49%) of employee respondents state they do not receive any eyecare benefits from their employer, according to research by Specsavers Corporate Eyecare.Its survey of 1,007 employees and 502 employers also found that 41% of employer respondents are concerned about their employees’ eyesight as a result of their ...
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Article51% would like a wellness allowance to support a personal approach to wellbeing
More than half (51%) of employee respondents would like to have access to a wellness pot or allowance to support a personal approach to staying mentally and physically well, according to research by Thomsons Online Benefits.Its UK employee benefits watch: 2016/17: transformation to wellness report, which surveyed 500 UK employees ...
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ArticleNHS England develops national health and wellbeing agenda for 1.3m staff
Employee Benefits Connect 2017: NHS England has developed a nationwide health and wellbeing agenda, implementing staff policies and local partnerships to improve the health of its workforce.Self-reporting staff surveys last year found that prevalent health and wellbeing concerns for NHS employees included obesity, mental health issues and musculoskeletal conditions (MSKs), ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: NHS England to discuss data analytics and wellbeing at Employee Benefits Connect 2017
EXCLUSIVE: NHS England will explore the role of data analytics in driving a tailored approach to employee health and wellbeing at Employee Benefits Connect 2017.Eric Barratt (pictured), healthy workforce programme manager at NHS England, will present a session titled ‘Driving positive behaviour for a healthier workplace’ as part of the ...
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Article73% experience musculoskeletal problems
Almost three-quarters (73%) of employee respondents have experienced musculoskeletal problems, such as back, neck and shoulder pain, according to research by Axa PPP Healthcare.Its survey of 2,007 UK adults also found that 46% of respondents spend between four and six hours a day sitting down at work, and 25% of ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: Gain insight on artificial intelligence and the future of employee health at Employee Benefits Connect 2017
EXCLUSIVE: Delegates at Employee Benefits Connect 2017 will be able to explore how developments in artificial intelligence and advances in technology can help structure a personalised, data-driven health and wellbeing strategy.Umang Patel (pictured), partnerships director at Babylon Health, will present a session titled ‘How is artificial intelligence redefining the future ...
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Article42% overeat or eat unhealthily because of workplace stress
More than four in 10 (42%) employee respondents overeat or eat unhealthy foods because of workplace stress, according to research by Canada Life Group Insurance.Its survey of 1,006 full-time and part-time employees also found that 31% of respondents who work in an open-plan office believe that either their colleagues or ...
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ArticleHow can employers support the health and wellbeing needs of employees on a lower income?
Need to know:An organisation’s culture can promote healthy lifestyles that do not have to cost staff a lot to maintain.Signposting healthy options and recipe cards in a staff canteen can help employees improve their diet, counteracting productivity slumps due to a lack of nutrients.Health cash plans and virtual GP services ...
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ArticleHoward Kennedy achieves 11% increase in take up of healthcare scheme
Commercial law firm Howard Kennedy has seen an 11% increase in take up of its healthcare scheme following the introduction of several new benefits.The London-based firm, which employs around 350 members of staff, introduced a nurse-led advice and claims management service in November 2016, after appointing Willis Towers Watson to ...
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Article64% of Canadian staff feel their employer supports their physical health
Less than two-thirds (64%) of respondents in Canada feel their employer supports their physical health, according to research by Sun Life Financial.Its 2016 Sun Life Canadian health index, which surveyed 2,402 Canadians aged between 18 and 80, also found that 58% of respondents feel that their employer supports their mental ...
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Article82% of employers are aware of the Fit for Work service
More than eight in 10 (82%) HR professional respondents are aware of the government's Fit for Work service, compared to 70% ahead of the service's launch in 2015, according to research by PMI Health Group.Its survey of 71 HR managers and directors in medium to large organisations also found that ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: 5% of health insurance claims by construction staff relate to heart conditions
EXCLUSIVE: Some 5% of health insurance claims among employees in the construction and building sector were related to heart and circulatory diseases, according to construction sector employee benefits firm ECIS.Its claims data for January 2016 to November 2016 also found that 49% of health insurance claims related to musculoskeletal disorders, ...
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ArticleBuyer's guide to corporate gym membership
The facts:What is corporate gym membership?This can be offered to staff by their employers on a paid-for or discounted basis, providing access to a gym, health club, leisure or sports centre, or even exercise classes, as part of a voluntary or flexible benefits package.Where can employers get more information?Visit the ...
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ArticleHow to proactively address musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace
Need to know:Employers’ strategies should promote good musculoskeletal health in the workplace.Creating an open culture allows for continued conversations around musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and employee health.Employees should be encouraged to be active in the workplace and take advantage of initiatives such as on-site gyms and exercise classes.With the UK’s ageing ...
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Article75% of Yorkshire-based staff feel a supportive work environment would boost productivity
Three quarters (75%) of Yorkshire-based employee respondents believe a more supportive workplace environment would make them happier and more productive at work, according to research by Team Activ.Its survey of 500 office employees across Yorkshire also found that 18% of respondents suffer from stress or negative thoughts while at work.The ...
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ArticleLeeds Trinity University launches health and wellbeing programme for staff
Leeds Trinity University has launched a new health and wellbeing initiative for its 450 academic and support staff.The university has introduced a new online wellbeing portal, Juice, to provide staff with free access to fitness and nutritional advice, information and articles, designed to help employees manage and improve their health ...
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ArticleHealth Shield to acquire Prevent
Health cash plan provider Health Shield is to acquire health screening and occupational health organisation Prevent.The acquisition will provide Health Shield with further opportunities to grow within the employer health and wellbeing market, as well as broaden the organisation’s product offering and skills base.Both organisations' employer clients will be able ...