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Beating the January Blues: Supporting Colleagues and Boosting Workplace Wellbeing

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Jess PorterHealth & Wellbeing Specialist January can feel like a tough month for many of us. The festive cheer has faded, the days are still dark, the weather is gloomy, and payday often feels like it’s an eternity away. Add to that the post-holiday workload, and it’s no wonder that January is often associated with […]

Cost of living and its impact on employees: Top tips for managing your money

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Maji – a holistic financial wellbeing providerwith Alison Brown, Health & Wellbeing Specialist With the rising cost of living, many employees are feeling the strain on their finances. Inflation, increased energy bills, and higher everyday costs are creating financial pressures that can impact not only personal wellbeing but also work performance. Research shows that 13% of UK adults […]

Breast Cancer Awareness Month – All You Need To Know

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Guest Blog – Check4Cancer Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK, with over 55,000 new cases reported each year and approximately 11,500 deaths annually [i]. While 76% of those diagnosed survive at least 10 year [ii], recent figures suggest that at least 23% of cases are preventable through early screening […]

Understanding the impact of fertility challenges and why fertility benefits are important

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Written in association with Parallel Partner Fertifa Fertility and family-forming challenges can have an enormous impact on an individual, especially in the absence of workplace support. Fertility Network UK research, conducted in partnership with Fertifa revealed 90% of people who have been affected by infertility say it caused them feelings of anxiety or depression and […]

Let’s Talk: Suicide Prevention – how can we support?

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Michael Smith Client Engagement Executive The suicide rate in England has reached its highest point in 25 years, casting a shadow over the lives of many. Every 90 minutes, someone in the UK succumbs to suicide, making it the leading cause of death for individuals aged 15-39 and men under 50. These statistics represent real […]

Understanding Prostate Cancer: A Conversation with Bupa

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Alison Brown, Health and Wellbeing Specialist Prostate cancer remains one of the most significant health challenges faced by men today. Despite its prevalence, there is still a lack of understanding and awareness surrounding this condition and the importance of early detection. Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with experts at Bupa to delve deeper […]