Building a culture of care
Showing you care about your employees’ health and wellbeing goes a long way. A recent study by AXA Health revealed that employees are three times more likely to have flourishing mind health when they feel supported by their employer during difficult situations, compared to those who are not satisfied with their company’s support.1
1. AXA Health UK Mind Health Report 2024. Based on 2024 Mind Health Study sample of 16,000 participants aged between 18-75 across 16 countries including the UK.
Supporting women’s and men’s health at work
Giving employees access to vital mental and physical health support can lead to reduced stress, improved overall wellbeing and a lower risk of certain illnesses.
83% of women experience some sort of practical or financial impact as a consequence of a spell of poor health.3
1 in 8 men in the UK will get prostate cancer in their lifetime.4
£20.2 billion is the annual cost to the UK economy by neglecting women’s health at work3.
39% of employers said that male employees often wait until a health problem becomes severe before talking to their line manager or HR department.2
2. Employee Benefits – Men’s Health
Workplace guide
Our workplace guide can help you support employees across some of the most personal challenges they might face, from infertility to the menopause, pregnancy to mental health. Its insights and tips are designed to ensure every employee feels able to navigate life’s most personal journeys and feel their best, both in and out of work.
Women’s wellbeing at work: Our guidance for MPs’ offices
We’re seeking change in workplace support for women’s health. Prepared by AXA Health with support from Fawcett Society, Wellbeing of Women and Bloody Good Period, this guide sets out our actionable recommendations for Parliament.
The guide focuses on three key areas:
- menstruation
- menopause
- fertility
UK mind health workplace report5
Our UK mind health workplace report explores three emerging workplace themes:
- Supporting our younger workforce who have the highest rates of loneliness and social isolation, alongside symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression.
- Where to place focus in support of line managers, ensuring they are well-equipped to help themselves and others too.
- Creating a supportive, caring workplace environment given the positive impact to wellbeing, loyalty, and performance.
5. Based on 2024 Mind Health Study sample of 16,000 participants aged between 18-75 across 16 countries including the UK.
Expert insight to guide your business
Hear from our leaders and industry experts on the hot topics shaping your people strategy.
One of the last remaining workplace taboos
We talk to Laura Carter-Penman, Deputy Director of Fertility at Peppy, to discuss the male fertility can have on employees, family and business - and what businesses can do to support employees faced with this challenge.
How employers can empower and support female employees
Discover the secrets to tackling the growing disparity in mental health between men and women in our latest article together with Peppy. Uncover the hidden impact of women’s life-stage health issues and gain insight into how addressing these disparities can not only enhance employee wellbeing but also foster a successful and productive organisation.
Men and Suicide – What are we going to do about it?
The latest data from The Office for National Statistics shows that contrary to what people feared may happen during lockdown there were fewer deaths from suicide.
Why offering the right menopause support matters
Women can experience a range of symptoms before, during and after menopause. From hot flushes and night sweats to heightened anxiety, joint pain and memory loss.Following a period of poor health, women experienced a number of negative feelings with it including feelings of helplessness (46%) and less motivation at work (43%).6
6. AXA Health – The consequences of neglecting women’s health in the workplace, AXA Health 2023
Wellbeing for men and women
The health of any business relies on the health of its people. Some may feel uncomfortable talking about a particular condition specific to male or female health, or they’re unsure where to turn for guidance, the longer it takes for an employee to get the help they need, the more it can impact their life. Both at home and at work.
Fertility, early parenthood and menopause support
This service in partnership with Peppy, gives employees – aged 18 or over – and their partners somewhere to turn during life’s most personal challenges. Your people can access support and guidance every step of the way.
Cancer cover and diagnosis
With our Advance healthcare schemes, cancer care services are included as standard. Our cancer care team is made up of nurses with oncology experience and skilled case managers who all specialise in cancer cases.
Resources to drive health engagement
Select from our complimentary resources and get your workforce fit, well and fired up about staying healthy.
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