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More people are turning to private healthcare for treatment, which raises the question of how it can work alongside the NHS and what you’re eligible for.

Get your team moving with these easy tips to encourage employees to build exercise into their daily routine by breaking it down into manageable chunks.

Small changes in behaviour have a big impact on health, productivity and absence rates, so how can we encourage people to be more active in the workplace?

While a bit of pressure helps us reach our goals, too much strain can lead to burnout. To mark #NationalLazyDay, we share some easy ways to rest and recover.

As UK businesses start living the new normal, we explore our latest research into how employee wellbeing programmes are affected by company size.

For most of the population, eye care and corrective eyewear are something we have to fund ourselves. So how much does it really cost to have bad vision?

With Covid-19 restrictions coming to an end, how can employers in the hardest hit sectors support their people’s wellbeing through the transition?

As restrictions ease, employees are worried about their health at work. So how can employers ease the transition for those who are nervous about the return?

As an employer, you can encourage employees to increase their physical activity. Read our blog for ways you can promote physical wellbeing at work.

51% of employees say they’re worried about going into work. This World Wellbeing Week, we explore how employers can help their people thrive in the new normal.

A health cash plan is a fantastic and affordable way to claim money back towards essential medical care. Find out more about the different plans available.

As lockdown eases, many workers are still unclear on their employer’s expectations for the future, with opinions divided across different sectors.

With 51% of employees anxious about going into the workplace, there’s one thing HR can do to make the return a success — and that’s to listen.

After over a year of disruption due to Covid-19, how are people feeling about the future of work and what can employers do to help them to thrive?

In recent years employee wellbeing has been brought to the forefront of the corporate agenda. Find out more about why employee wellbeing is so important.

Mental Health Awareness Week shines the spotlight on employee wellbeing once more. Post-pandemic recovery will require careful planning and robust support.

As England continues on its path to post-Covid economic recovery, we reflect on our research into the employee wellbeing experience during this difficult year.

The NHS is known for having a long waiting list for when you need referral treatment. Find out more about the current NHS waiting times and how to avoid them.

How HR leaders can use data, KPIs and employee feedback to make a compelling case for wellbeing investment which drives organisational culture change.

The end of lockdown provides an opportunity for business leaders to be proactive, using employee feedback and wellbeing support to drive culture change.

A year into the pandemic, employees are facing daily challenges that were formerly unheard of. Try these top tips to reduce the impact of stress on your people.

What is private health insurance and should I consider getting it? Read our blog for more information on private health insurance and how it can benefit you.

59% of HR leaders want to do more in terms of wellbeing but company culture prevents it, so how can you win buy-in from leaders and improve the health of your people?

While productivity is affected by many factors, wellbeing is one area where organisations can take control to improve the health of their people and drive performance.

After a year of uncertainty, employees will be looking to leadership teams for wellbeing support as they navigate the post-lockdown workplace.

As the workforce continues to face change and uncertainty, business leaders have a valuable opportunity to develop employee wellbeing and boost productivity.

As we launch our Coping after Covid report, we examine the business impact of Covid-19 and how wellbeing can drive productivity and improve workplace culture.

With homeworking and social distancing still in place across the country, who is responsible for mental health support, and how can they ensure it’s effective?

We explore our latest research into workplace wellbeing during the pandemic to reveal different perspectives and find out where support is needed the most.

We explore the results of a 1,600-person independent survey into workplace health and wellbeing across England, to uncover the mental health impact of Covid-19.

An overview of the key findings from our latest research into the effects of Covid-19 on workplace mental health and wellbeing.

The global health crisis has started a conversation that’s been well overdue – it’s time to start seeing wellbeing as a critical investment, not an expense.

Introducing our latest report about the hidden cost of the Covid pandemic to UK businesses and their people

Dental cover gives you financial help towards dental care and treatments. Read more about the benefits and treatment available with your health cash plan.

This year’s Blue Monday looks set to be particularly difficult, but with the right tools leadership and HR teams can refocus their wellbeing plans to keep their workforce at its best.

This short report explores a year of health and wellbeing in UK homes and workplaces, using search data, survey feedback and social media trends.

From digital detoxes to virtual games and at-home workouts, we’re counting down to the Christmas break with 12 festive days of wellbeing tips for you and your team.

After 35 years here at Westfield Health, Graham Moore has stepped down as Chairman and handed over to Steve Purdham to guide us through our next chapter.

Studies find that men are less likely than women to visit their GP or pharmacy. So what can be done to encourage men to tackle their health problems?

With many people now working from home, how can HR teams ensure their employees are engaging with mental health support?

With winter fast approaching and the UK re-entering lockdown, how can HR leaders reduce employee stress?

As COVID-19 continues to push wellbeing up the corporate agenda, how can you prove a wellbeing strategy is effective?

As the clocks go back and the days get shorter, many of us will start and end our workdays in the dark. It’s natural to feel a bit sluggish as the long nights and winter weather disrupt our usual routines, but this year COVID-19 complicates things further. With working from home now the norm and […]

Sometimes it can feel like there’s just not enough time in the day. Try these easy energy rituals to boost productivity in your team.

This year’s World Mental Health Day carries the theme Mental Health for all: Greater Investment – Greater Access.

To not just survive but thrive, businesses need clarity and stability. They need to be able to think creatively and strategically in order to create a new way of working that can flex with the times.

Parenthood during the pandemic has been a polarising experience. Juggling work alongside household pressures has seen a decline in mental health, with parents now the most likely to prioritise work-life balance in future roles.

Between reduced demand and businesses closing their doors for months on end, the coronavirus pandemic has hit the UK and global economy in a way not seen since the 1930s.

Whilst working from home has caused increased pressures, we’ve also seen positive outcomes as a result of our new found flexibility.

Between gyms being closed, fitness classes stopped and outdoor exercise limited for large parts of lockdown, we looked at how coronavirus and lockdown has affected our physical wellbeing in our latest piece of research.

What started as a short-term response to a global emergency looks set to change how we work and what we expect from our employers in the long term.

From a word that few people had heard of to an everyday part of conversation, furlough has been one of the major topics and sources of debate throughout the coronavirus outbreak.

The majority of the UK’s workforce has now spent nearly three months in lockdown. Businesses have had to adopt new ways of working, with people managing families, the fear of job security and a change in working environment.

Whilst many of us have had our normal work routines turned upside down over the past few months, there’s been a handful of workers who’ve carried on going in.

Even before the outbreak, there was a growing mental health crisis in the UK with one in four adults experiencing mental illness each year at a total cost to the economy of over £105 billion annually according to the Department of Health.

Though many businesses are taking steps towards returning to work, remote working is set to remain a key part of how we do business, with 45% of employees saying they’ll work remotely more often in the future according to our latest piece of research.

From shops reopening to EU countries lifting border controls, we’re increasingly starting to think about going “back to normal” following the coronavirus outbreak. But what will this “new normal” look like when it comes to the workplace?

As restrictions surrounding the coronavirus lockdown begin to be lifted, many businesses are starting the transition to a new form of normality. However, the world of work is not where we left it.

Exercise is a great way to beat stress, boost our mood and keep our bodies healthy, but finding time to fit in a home workout session after a long shift or between juggling home schooling and work can be hard.

Whether you’re a key worker still at your workplace or trying to stay productive whilst working from the kitchen table, the boundaries between work and home are more blurred than ever at the moment, making it hard to switch off.

Whether you’re a key worker who’s under extra pressure at work or trying to juggle children and work at home, it’s an incredibly stressful time at the moment.

Between working and watching a few extra series on Netflix, it can add up to a lot of time sitting down, taking its toll on our back and overall health.

There is lots of support out there to help you through this difficult time. We’ve listed some information sources, but if you’re struggling with anxiety or depression, reach out to your GP for further support.

Controlling worry is just as important now that the risks are elevated. If you spend hours a day reading all the breaking news stories and worrying about getting ill, it’ll make isolation much more stressful.

With the stress of routine change, juggling responsibilities and worrying about our health and the health of those around us, many of us will find ourselves worrying more than usual at the moment.

Worrying is when we keep going over something in our mind feeling uneasy or concerned about it and not really coming to any solution.

When we talk about giving our immune system a boost, we tend to think of it as one thing that needs a jump start.

What makes a diet healthy and how easy is it for us to achieve whilst we’re in lockdown?

We’ve all heard the guidelines about getting 8 hours of sleep a night, but a significant percentage of UK adults don’t manage that.

When we think about rest and recovery, we nearly always think about sleep, but managing your energy levels throughout the day is also important for being productive and feeling our best.

At times of change and stress, it’s easy to let your wellbeing take a backseat. But the first step in being able to cope with change-related stress is by listening to and meeting your own needs.

Faced with this new normal, it’s a good time to think about productivity techniques that can help you boost your concentration and get things ticked off your to-do list.

Whether it’s a new job or a new way of working, something difficult or something positive, change can be tough and may take its toll on our mental health.

Leading a 100-year-old business comes with a heavy sense of responsibility. As its current custodian, it’s my responsibility to create the conditions for success for the next 100 years and beyond.

Between new routines and health worries, it’s a stressful time. Staying on top of stress is crucial for our physical and mental wellbeing.

Spend some time thinking about where you might want to increase your knowledge or skill level within your job or even a brand new skill that you want to learn.

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5 free e-book resources to help to keep busy during COVID-19 isolation.

hints and tips on how to stay hydrated during coronavirus.

Why you should stay active in coronavirus isolation with 5 exercises to do at home

Read about what you should do if you’re showing symptoms of COVID-19 and they’re not getting any better.

How long to stay at home for if you think you have coronavirus or live with someone who does

Find out why some coronavirus cases need intensive care and some don’t.

Learn more about viral load and how it impacts coronavirus

More information on the recommended treatments for coronavirus and what you should do

Read more about the symptoms of covid-19, caused by novel coronavirus

5 tips for boosting your wellbeing when working from home during coronavirus

How to set up your workspace when working from home during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Hints and tips on how to create a routine when working from home during coronavirus

Read more about why social distancing is so important to stop the spread of Covid-19

Understanding social distancing with Covid-19

As of Monday 23rd March, the UK government has introduced significant restrictions on movement in an attempt to limit the spread of the virus.

Guidance on how businesses can effectively respond to COVID-19 and minimise the risk of employees contracting the virus and spreading it in the workplace.

Here we look at how to manage sick pay when it comes to those who are self-isolating or fall ill with coronavirus.

Communication is paramount in protecting your business, as everybody has an important role to play in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

It’s important to only use trustworthy sources when seeking coronavirus advice. Here is a list of regularly updated, reliable sources of COVID-19 info.

With government advice in relation to COVID-19 being updated on a daily basis, here’s how you can develop a response plan to keep employees up to date.

With COVID-19 having such a big impact on daily life, we wanted to let you know the ways in which your health cash plan can help you during this uncertain time.