What’s causing poor mental health? And how can HR leaders improve employees’ mental wellbeing at work?
The CIPD's annual conference concluded yesterday (7 November). Here's what HR magazine's editorial team learned from day two.
For those given the all-clear after cancer treatment, it might seem like a time of closure and renewed normalcy. But for many, it’s just the beginning of a new, challenging phase.
It’s no secret that exercise is linked to our mental and physical health, but, with the number of people on long-term sick leave at an all-time high, we asked how HR can encourage employees to...
There are over 700,000 women on the waiting list for an appointment with an NHS gynaecologist. This is just one of many staggering statistics that highlights the challenges women face when it comes to...
Employers who create unhealthy workplaces should be fined, according to the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR).
While there is a growing awareness of the wider impact that the menopause can have for people in the workplace, few know that it can also have a significant impact on oral health, too. What can HR do...
Nearly three quarters (70%) of women feel unsupported by their employer during menopause, research from HR consultancy Hoomph has revealed.
As workplace safety gains focus due to rising aggression towards frontline teams and in-store theft, HR leaders must prioritise mental wellbeing, to combat absenteeism and burnout.
The trade union Unison has encouraged its branches to speak to employers about Mpox and how they can protect employees from the virus.
Most employers (58%) do not have an in-depth understanding of their employees’ health and wellbeing needs, according to research commissioned by the insurer Towergate Health and Protection (20...
Men can find it difficult to talk about their health, not least when it comes to sensitive subjects, such as sexual health. The resultant ‘silent stress’ can have a significant impact on both their...
