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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Educating ourselves helps us to improve our understanding of mental health and support others who need it. We cover the most common....

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.

Here at Health Assured, we are looking at ways you can tend to the body’s needs, nurture good mental health and find peace of mind...

Some stress at work is unavoidable. But, if it gets too much, it can have a massive impact on wellbeing,

Stress is a survival response that generates the fight or flight response to a real or perceived threat. Your body is designed to survive, and so your body protects itself by preparing to face or run from the perceived threat. The physical response to stress helps your body handle the threat by increasing the heart rate, pupils dilating to see better in the dark, the breath becomes faster to increase oxygen intake, your blood vessels redirect the blood flow away from the non-

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Phone harassment If you are experiencing harassment over the phone you should stay calm and try not to show emotion. Don’t give your phone number when you answer a call, just say “hello”. Never give any information about yourself unless you are certain you know the caller. If you get your service from BT and receive a malicious or nuisance call and would like advice, call Freephone 0800 666 700. A recorded message will tell you what to do if you need more help.

Change is the only constant in life. Change can be a very positive experience and one which you look forward to and enjoy e.g. moving...