Occupational Health Blog

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  Shocking workplace health and hygiene facts

  Research by the University of Arizona found the average office desktop harboured 400 times more bacteria than the average office toilet seat. Share this shocking statistic with your colleagues and hopefully it’ll encourage them to spring clean their desk and take their workplace hygiene routine more seriously! Because the truth is, the consequences of poor […]

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  Workplace movers and shakers: Why it pays to keep active throughout the working day

  Just sat down to work? Chances are you’ll be spending a considerable amount of your day staying in that same spot. That’s because a recent study of UK office workers showed 71% of working hours were spent in sedentary activities. And whilst sitting focusing on the task at hand may be good for short-term productivity […]

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  The importance of sleep: A wake-up call for employers

  How well are your employees performing today? Whether they’re smashing targets or slumping at their desk may depend on how well they slept last night. That’s because studies have shown people who sleep just 5-6 hours a night are 19% less productive than people who sleep the recommended amount of 7-8 hours a night. And […]

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  10 ways to boost your staff’s self-esteem

  February is International Boost Self-Esteem Month, a time to focus on the confidence of your team and the belief they have in their own self-worth, skills, knowledge and abilities. Read on as the Occupational Health experts at YourGP share their top tips for nurturing self-esteem and creating a healthy workplace culture. Why self-esteem matters in […]

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  The New Year’s resolutions every employer should make

  The New Year represents a fresh start, so it’s no surprise that many employees are tempted by a January job search. With that in mind, there’s no better time for employers to assess how they are meeting their employee’s needs – in order to retain valuable team members and attract the best new talent. The […]

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  What do your employees really want for Christmas?

  Your team has worked hard all year, Christmas is coming and you’re keen to show your appreciation. But what do your employees really want? When a mug with the company logo on it just won’t cut it, read on for some suggestions from the Occupational Health experts at YourGP. Your team is your biggest asset […]

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  When does “banter” become bullying in the workplace?

  Research conducted by CIPD showed that 15% of employees in the UK have experienced bullying of some kind in the workplace. These statistics refer to a wide spectrum of experiences including intimidation and physical violence. But they also cover more subtle behaviours such as excluding a particular person and making inappropriate jokes. The latter might […]

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  Is workplace wellbeing about to change for the better?

  The cost of living crisis and on-going post-pandemic challenges have caused concern for countless workers everywhere. Thankfully though, a new Westminster group has been set up to promote workplace wellbeing and the Occupational Health experts at YourGP are optimistic that it could lead to real and lasting change. The launch of a new cross-party forum […]

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  Suicidal thoughts are more common than you think

  1 in 5 of us will struggle with suicidal thoughts in our lifetime. Those figures might come as a surprise to many of you reading this – suicidal thoughts are much more common than you might have realised. If you haven’t personally experienced them, the chances are that you’ll have a friend, family member, neighbour […]

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  10 ways to protect your workplace this flu season

  If your workplace hasn’t already started planning ahead for flu season 2024/25, it’s time to take action. Because flu doesn’t just have the potential to affect an employee’s health, it has the potential to negatively impact your business too. According to new research, an estimated 2.4 million working adults contract seasonal influenza in the UK […]