Occupational Health Trends, 2017
More organisations are recognising the importance of focusing on wellbeing in the workplace. A clear strategy to improve the wellbeing of staff can help to reduce employee absence and make
A short and sweet guide to the health benefits of going sugar free
Inspired by Cancer Research UK’s “Sugar Free February” campaign, and in the interests of improving workplace health and wellbeing, we thought we’d take a look at the health benefits of going
The risks of inactivity in the workplace
Here at Fusion, we help our clients to identify health problems early on, allowing support to be put in place sooner. We’ve already looked at the positive benefits of an active working
Psychoactive Substances Act 2016
On May 26th last year, the Psychoactive Substances Act 2016 came into force across the UK. You may not have been aware of its existence, let alone what it might mean.
Productivity and the benefits of hydration
We’re all used to being told that we need to drink 2 litres of water a day for optimal hydration and health. In reality, most people don’t drink the recommended
Safety Critical Medicals – Are you covered?
Certain occupations can involve high-risk tasks that require an individual to be both physically and mentally fit. Individuals who work in these professions are often known as safety-critical workers. It’s
Preventing and controlling health risks in waste management
If you work in waste management, according to the 2013/2014 annual report by HSE, you’ve chosen a career in one of the most dangerous industries to work in throughout the UK! While
It’s time to stand up to work actively
In 2015, the Public Health England and Active Working CIC published a Consensus Expert Statement. It provides guidance for employers and staff working in office environments to combat the potential ills
Does rain make pain worse?
How many times have we heard someone say that bad weather makes their chronic aches and pains worse? Or that they can tell that a storm’s coming because they can