Generally the reason for an employee to be referred to occupational health is to help management to understand whether an employee’s health might be affecting their fitness to work. Employers will want to support the [...]
The issues surrounding mental health at work are concerning and a record number of days are being lost due to work related stress but also to a range of other mental health issues. There is [...]
What are the factors that impact on mental health and wellbeing at work? The research is clear that working conditions are one of the key predictors of mental health in the workplace. Whilst it is [...]
Health Assessment and Fit Notes Occupational Health Clinicians are specialists in assessing health and fitness to work, understanding the inherent risks in the workplace, employment law and health and safety legislation. Many small employers still [...]
This year, Know Your Numbers week runs from 4th – 8th September. This annual health initiative encourages people to check their blood pressure, and raise awareness of the risks of high blood pressure. Blood pressure [...]
Occupational Health Awareness Week 18th to 23rd September 2023 Occupational Health – Bringing OH Support To Small Business In high income countries, such as the UK, improvements in occupational health and safety are seen as [...]
Here at Sarsen Health, we often get asked if we provide ‘fit for work’ assessments – however this is quite a broad term, so which occupational health assessment do you need to stay compliant? Statutory [...]
Companies, charities and health care providers around the world are coming together to pledge a more supportive and recovery-focused workplace culture for those working with cancer. The hope is that through working collaboratively and raising [...]
The Facts... Data recently published by the Office for National Statistics shows that the number of people who are not working due to long term sickness is at a record high. Occupational Health data identifies [...]
12th – 16th June marks this year’s Men’s Health Week. The aim of the campaign is to ensure men and boys are able to access health information and services, so that they may live longer, [...]
