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Article33% say their employer has a negative approach to mental health
A third (33%) of respondents believe that their employer has a negative approach to mental health issues, according to research by Canada Life Group Insurance.Its survey of 1,000 employees also found that 57% of respondents have experienced mental health problems while in employment.The research also found:13% of respondents believe their ...
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Article36% introduce flexible working to improve absence rates
Just over a third (36%) of employer respondents have implemented flexible working initiatives to address staff absence rates, according to research by industry body Group Risk Development (Grid).Its survey of 501 employers also found that a quarter (25%) have seen their absence rates improve over the last 12 months, compared ...
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ArticleCost of global employer-funded health plans to increase by 9.1%
Average cost increases for global employer-funded medical plans are expected to reach 9.1% this year, according to research by Aon Hewitt.Its research, which is based on data from Aon professionals, clients and carriers within its medical plan business portfolio, also found that the average cost of employer-funded health plans in ...
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Article39% would like access to a cancer nurse helpline
Around two-fifths (39%) of respondents would like access to a 24/7 cancer nurse helpline, according to research by Axa PPP Healthcare.Its survey of 1,000 managers also found that 42% of respondents would like their employees to have access to medical appointments that fit around their work commitments.The research also found:Around ...
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49, Axa industry insight - Creating a positive approach to psychological health
Breaking down stigma is an important first step to tackling the challenges of mental ill health in the workplace, but what else can employers do to encourage better mental health among staff? According to NHS England, there is a clear link between physical and mental ill health, emphasising the importance ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE RESEARCH: 79% believe eyecare enhances employee health and wellbeing
EXCLUSIVE RESEARCH: Just over three-quarters (79%) of respondents believe that having an eyecare policy in place helps with the overall health and wellbeing of their staff, according to research by Specsavers Corporate Eyecare.The research, based on responses from 158 employers, also found that 84% of respondents believe that eyecare can ...
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ArticleBuyer's guide to corporate gym membership 2015
The factsWhat is corporate gym membership?Where employers offer employers paid-for or discounted access to a gym, health club, leisure or sports centre, or even fitness classes and facilities, as part of the voluntary or flexible benefits package.Where can employers get more information?Visit the Employee Benefits website at: www.employeebenefits.co.ukWho are the ...
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ArticleReducing stigma around workplace stress
With more than a quarter (28%) of employees calling in sick because of anxiety about the workplace, according to research by Adecco in November 2015, workplace stress and anxiety remains a challenging issue for employers.Initiatives such as National Stress Awareness Day, which took place on 4 November 2015, can be ...
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ArticleHealthcare and wellbeing strategies rise to the top of many corporate agendas
November saw several events that brought employers’ healthcare and wellbeing strategies firmly back to the top of many corporate agendas.National Stress Awareness Day on 4 November highlighted the ongoing issue facing many organisations of how best to support staff suffering from stress and other mental health issues.This can be such ...
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ArticleHealth and wellbeing in numbers, December 2015
A look at some of the latest facts and figures in workplace health and wellbeing.44% of respondents would like their employer to help them make positive changes to their lifestyle (Source: Bupa) 56% of respondents cite unrealistic deadlines and workloads as a key trigger for workplace stress (Source: LV=) 13% ...
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Article57% have experienced a mental health issue
More than half (57%) of employees have experienced a mental health problem while in employment, according to research by Canada Life Group Insurance.Its research, based on responses from 1,000 workers, also found that 51% of those who have suffered from mental health issues have taken time off from work because ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: DB Schenker holds eyecare awareness week for staff
EXCLUSIVE: Logistics firm DB Schenker hosted an eyecare and road safety awareness week for its UK staff.The event, which coincided with Road Safety Week on 23-29 November 2015, is in line with the organisation's commitment to supporting its employees' health and wellbeing while ensuring it meets its corporate and social ...
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Helix Industry Insight p10: Mitigating costs for the long term
For over a decade employers have seen a steady increase in spend on healthcare with medical inflation varying between 6% to 12%, compounded. For many, this is an accepted cost to retaining a benefit. For others, the sustainability of funding such increases is being questioned.Private medical insurance (PMI) has, in ...
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ArticleGovernment to review public sector sickness absence
Autumn Statement 2015: The government will undertake a review of sickness absence in the public sector.This will be followed by a consultation into how to reduce the impact of sickness absence on public sector service delivery. Legislation will also be considered where necessary.The Spending review and autumn statement 2015 policy ...
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ArticleLendlease links physical environment to its employees' wellbeing
Lendlease has linked its physical office environment to its employees’ health and wellbeing.The property and infrastructure organisation has partnered with Delos to develop a building standard that actively contribute to employees’ health, wellbeing and performance, and it intends to lead by example by implementing the initiative among its own workforce.The ...
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ArticleDomestic and General offers staff free flu jabs
Domestic and General is running a free flu jab scheme for its employees for the fifth year in a row.The appliance care provider is giving staff at its Nottingham, Bedworth and Brighton offices the opportunity to receive the vaccinations, which are supplied by Doctorcall, throughout November.The scheme aims to improve ...
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Article36% suffer from a chronic health condition
More than 36% of respondents are coping with a chronic health condition such as heart disease of diabetes, according to research by Britain’s Healthiest Company, alongside Vitality Health, the University of Cambridge, Mercer and RAND Europe.The research, which is based on responses from 32,538 employees, also found that 61% of ...
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21, VSP industry insight: Engaging employees with eye care
Aberdeen University scientists recently announced they have developed a new test that detects mental health disorders without using high tech MRI equipment or tracking brain waves. It is nearly 100% effective and is done completely through the eyes.Although this test is still in the trial stages, it is becoming more ...
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Article44% want employer support to make healthy lifestyle changes
Almost half (44%) of respondents would like their employer to help them make positive changes to their lifestyle, according to research by Bupa.Its survey of 2,000 UK employees also found that 85% of respondents believe their productivity would increase if they were able to stick to positive lifestyle changes.The research ...
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9, Cigna: The importance of mental wellbeing in the workplace
Supporting employee mental health is a growing challenge for many employers. Around 70 million working days were lost to mental illness in 2013 at a cost of £70-£100bn to the UK economy, according to the Annual report of the chief medical officer, published in September 2014. Issues like anxiety, depression ...