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Ill-health is the second biggest threat to UK jobs, overtaking AI

The research, commissioned by AXA Health and conducted by Censuswide amongst 2,000 UK employees, reveals that fears about ill health leading to job losses are common in the workplace.

AXA Health and parent charity warn of mental health crisis as TWO MILLION mums say becoming a parent sees their mental health plummet

Caregivers spend 12 hours a month managing loved one’s healthcare, whilst neglecting their own

Parents and carers in the UK are spending so much time looking after others that they are neglecting their own health - and in many cases paying a heavy price.

Half of UK workers sacrifice holiday for healthcare

Half of UK workers have been forced to dip into their annual leave just to see a doctor - with many missing out on treatment altogether because they can’t afford the time off.

AXA Health research finds children consider adults ‘old’ at 50

Even at age 30, one in five children believe people stop having fun and one in 10 believe 30-year-olds stop exercising. 

AXA Health study reveals the importance of family meal times, as 61% of the UK admit they eat dinner with tech

AXA Health commissioned a survey of 2,000 parents, which revealed a growing need for greater connection among UK families, with 77% of parents wanting to eat together more often.

AXA Health appoints Jordan Ayrey as SME Distribution Director

AXA Health has announced that Jordan Ayrey has been appointed to the role of SME Distribution Director. 

AXA Health appoints Kelly Morris as Large Corporate Distribution Director

AXA Health has announced that Kelly Morris has been appointed to the role of Large Corporate Distribution Director. 

AXA Health research finds there’s still a long way to go to make sport an equal playing field for all

Almost half of women have received sexist insults while playing sports - such as they 'throw like a girl', they 'look like a man' or are 'not strong enough'.

AXA Health calls for action to tackle UK workforce health crisis

AXA Health is calling on the UK Government and employers to take action in three priority areas to tackle economic inactivity caused by poor health.

AXA Health research finds eight in 10 cancer survivors say the illness has given them a new outlook on life

AXA Health has polled 500 adults who have had cancer and found that almost two-thirds (64 per cent) said what they value has changed.

AXA Health research finds British children spend less than four hours a week exercising but more than 14 hours on screens

AXA Health has polled 2,000 parents with children aged six to 17 found kids and found they spend an average of five and a half hours watching TV, five hours playing video games and four hours and 20 minutes scrolling social media a week.

AXA Health research shows nearly half of Brits have self-diagnosed at least once in the last year

AXA Health has today launched a new report, ‘From search to solution: The prognosis for self-diagnosis in the UK’, which highlights how and why people are self-diagnosing.

AXA Health appoints Keith Misson as CEO of HBSUK

AXA Health has today announced that Keith Misson will be appointed CEO of HBSUK.

AXA Health appoints Richard Glassborow as Director of Distribution & Marketing

AXA Health has today announced that Richard Glassborow will take on the newly created role of Distribution & Marketing Director and sit on the AXA Health Executive Committee.

AXA Health develops new guidance for MPs on how they can support the wellbeing of their female staff

AXA Health has today launched a campaign to support MPs with developing a positive and inclusive workplace and inform them on women’s health issues such as menstruation, menopause and fertility. 

AXA Health launches two new digital services to provide fast access for members

AXA Health has launched two new digital services for members, providing quick and convenient online support for digestive health and dermatology.

AXA Health makes two new appointments to its Executive Committee

AXA Health has today announced two new appointments to its Executive Committee – Ash Danga will join as the new Transformation Director and Christian Hall will take on the newly created role of Strategy and Propositions Director.   

AXA Health research finds more than a fifth of adults have injured themselves emulating a sporting icon

Research carried out by AXA Health shows that more than a fifth of Brits have injured themselves trying to emulate sporting pros they've seen on TV, with 50 per cent having been inspired by the top-athletes from the ‘summer of sport.’

AXA Health appoints Dr Ali Hasan as new Commercial Director

AXA Health has today announced the appointment of Dr Ali Hasan as Commercial Director. Ali will take on the role before the end of February 2025. 

AXA Health research finds two out of three adults can’t name key bones and muscles

Research carried out by AXA Health shows that two out of three adults aren’t confident they could name most of the key bones and muscles in the body – with 17 per cent gaining most of their knowledge about the body from TV.

New report from AXA Health shines a light on the importance of workplace mind health

AXA Health’s 2024 UK mind health workplace report reveals areas of real improvement when it comes to the positive impact of workplace mind health support.

AXA Health strengthens online healthcare offering with acquisition of HBSUK

AXA Health has announced the acquisition of HBSUK, an online outpatient service provider which helps to deliver safe and effective treatment in a fast and efficient way.

AXA Health supports members’ participation in clinical trials

AXA Health is always striving to adapt and develop to ensure members are at the heart of its business. With this in mind, the insurer has announced plans to make it easier for members with cancer to access clinical trials while still ensuring continuity of care.

AXA UK research shows three-quarters of people are concerned about the rising cost of living and the impact it is having on their mental health

AXA UK’s second Customer Lifestyle Report has revealed that three-quarters of adults have cut spending – with days and nights out, the use of electrical appliances and gifts among the top items to curtail. These cuts and general concerns about costs are impacting people’s mental wellbeing, with 40% stating their financial situation has negatively impacted their mental health.

AXA Health marks one year since launch of first of its kind Neurodiversity assessment and support service

Last year, AXA Health developed an innovative Neurodiversity Assessment and Support service to help neurodivergent members better harness their strengths and manage their challenges.

Neglecting women’s health at work costs UK economy £20.2 billion a year

A new report by AXA Health, in partnership with the Centre of Economics and Business Research (Cebr), highlights an alarming issue with women's health at work.

AXA Health develops pioneering healthcare proposition to meet changing needs of customers

AXA Health has developed an innovative new healthcare proposition which sets out a vision for modern health insurance.

AXA Health appoints Heather Smith as new CEO

AXA Health has today announced the appointment of Heather Smith as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Heather will take on the role in mid-January 2024.