Self-care is central to growth. You can only begin to feel a sense of calm and development when you give your mind and body what it needs to feel like your best self. That is why it is essential to practice self-care. It cannot be ignored, it can’t be treated as secondary, it is a cornerstone of wellbeing. What is self-care There is a common misconception regarding self-care that it is inherently related to beauty, skincare and pampering yourself. Whilst these might be elemen

Learn how to identify and manage stress in your work and personal life, with advice from Health Assured.

Finances are an area of difficulty for many people. And at Christmas, these concerns can become even more heightened.

No matter how fit and healthy we are, it is inevitable that at some point in our lives we will fall ill and need medical care. And when illness does strike it is to the NHS that most people will turn in seeking a diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

Some days you may notice stress in your people, particularly during busy periods where all hands are on deck. Though sadly, there may be occasions where an individual appears ‘on the edge’. Perhaps they’re taking more sick days than usual, are disengaged and withdrawn and seem not quite themselves. Identifying the signs of distress in your employees is one thing, supporting the individual is another. We’ll guide you through how to spot the signs, provide support and how you c

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Mental health in the workplace has always been a topic of discussion. According to Action Mental Health, unfortunately a substantial portion of UK workers (73%) fear they might jeopardize their job status by disclosing any mental health problems. By destigmatising mental health problems, normalising open conversations and curating a supportive workplace environment, people can feel more confident to confide in trusted colleagues and management, as well as feel psychologically

According to the RIDDOR statistics between 2023 and 2024, workers suffering from work related stress, anxiety and depression numbered almost 0.8million, with approximately 300,000 new cases. One method businesses can employ to help combat these numbers is to invest in Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA), trained individuals to offer guidance and support to employees. Director of Health and Safety at Croner, Chris Wagstaff comments: “Oftentimes employers look at mental health as

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Sickness absences are a costly expense for employers both in lost employee hours and in statutory sick payments. As an employer it’s understandable that you want to keep all your staff working, however sickness absences are unfortunately unavoidable as people get sick, especially at certain times of the year when things like colds and flu are rife. As an employer you should have a clear and efficient process for managing sickness and absence amongst your workforce, this can h

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Mental health is an integral part of our overall wellbeing. Understanding and maintaining good mental health can help us lead fulfilling lives, both personally and professionally. We aim to provide insightful tips and information on mental health first aid and its importance in the workplace. 1 in 4 UK employees have a medical diagnosis for a mental health condition, however, only 13% of employees feel comfortable talking about their mental health to their employer. With so m

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Creating an open and honest work culture surrounding money can improve colleagues mental wellbeing overall.