New research shows that a significant number of employees have gone into work despite feeling ‘mentally unwell’ and that a generational divide exists when it comes to who is most likely to do this. According to research by Canada Life Group Insurance, one in five (19%) employees – equivalent to around 6.2 million people – went to work while feeling …
Helping Employers Support The Mental Health Of Their Employees
The first Wednesday in November each year is National Stress Awareness Day. It’s a great opportunity to take a moment to think about stress and the impact it has on our and other people’s lives. Now we’re not talking about the everyday “stress” we feel when we’re under a bit of pressure. That’s a normal part of life. We’re talking …
Employers Being Short-Sighted When It Comes To Employee Eye Care
Nine out of 10 British businesses are failing to meet their legal responsibilities to protect their employees’ sight, a new survey shows. According to the study commissioned by the charity Eye Health UK and Vision Express Opticians, 85% of office workers report suffering symptoms of screen fatigue, such as eyestrain and headaches, as well as problems with close and long-distance …
Over-65s Urged To Exercise More To Tackle Obesity
People over 65 should take up dancing, bowls and activities like tai chi to tackle obesity. That’s the advice from the UK’s top health leaders as part of new national guidelines, which have been issued for the first time since 2011, with a focus on trying to prevent frailty as people age. As well as reducing strain on the NHS, …
Younger People With Dementia Face Financial Worries & Lack Of Support
While dementia is a condition that typically tends to affect people over the age of 65, it is not unheard of for it to impact younger individuals too, with early onset of the disease sometimes beginning when people are in their 30s, 40s and 50s. But, unfortunately, there is less funding and support available for younger people with dementia, and …
More Employees Than Ever Seeking Mental Health Support
More employees than ever are seeking help for mental health conditions, figures from Unum show. According to the insurer’s data, two-fifths of people using its rehabilitation services are doing so to address mental health issues, such as stress and anxiety. In fact, of the individuals seeking help under Unum’s return to work scheme, the majority were doing so because of …
Employees At Larger Organisations More Likely To Have Long-Term Sickness Absence
Employees who work at larger organisations are significantly more likely to have a long-term sickness absence (an absence of four weeks or more) than those who work at smaller businesses, figures reveal. Furthermore, as people get older, their likelihood of having at least one bout of long-term sickness absence increases. According to government data, workers employed at larger organisations are …
UK Renters Failing To Secure Suitable Financial Cover
People who rent a house are significantly less likely to have life insurance and critical illness cover than homeowners, a study has found. According to the research by Sainsbury’s Bank, only a quarter (26%) of tenants are likely to have a suitable life insurance or critical illness policy. This compares to almost half (41%) of homeowners. The ironic part is …
The Role Of Group Risk & Employee Benefits In Funding Retirement Years
The UK’s younger generations are three times more likely than older generations to use property investments to fund their retirement, new research suggests. According to the study by Canada Life, one in 10 (9%) individuals aged 16-54 years old expect to live off the wealth stored in their homes after they retire. That’s triple the number of people aged 55 …
Nearly Three-Quarters Of UK Employees Plan To Work Beyond 65
A poll by a leading insurer has found that a significant proportion of UK employees plan to work past the age of 65, with two in five (37%) saying they’ll be working until they are at least 75. According to the poll of 1,002 full- and part-time employees by Canada Life Group Insurance, an estimated 23 million employees in the …
Think You Don’t Need Life Insurance Because You’re Still Young?
If you’re in your 20’s or 30’s, securing suitable life insurance probably isn’t something that’s near the top of your to-do list. After all, you’re still young and there’s plenty of time to worry about stuff like that further down the line, right? There is… maybe… but the reality is there are a number of advantages to taking out life …
Addressing Mental Health Issues In The Financial Services Industry
The 2008 financial crisis resulted in widespread layoffs which deeply impacted the financial services industry. As a result, individuals who still had jobs following the aftermath, found they had to work even longer hours under even more demanding circumstances. It’s a reality that took its toll on many financial workers’ mental wellbeing. Indeed, a 2018 survey by Aon Employee Benefits …
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