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Work-related illnesses have a significant impact on both individuals and the wider economy. People may have a lower quality of life, face financial stress, and be less productive.
In 2023/24, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) calculated that 33.7 million working days were lost across the UK as a result of work-related illnesses and non-fatal injuries in the workplace. This included stress, depression or anxiety and musculoskeletal disorders.
Consequently, employers are experiencing reduced productivity because of the resulting absences.
Read the full article here on the iOH website
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Work-related illnesses have a significant impact on both individuals and the wider economy. People may have a lower quality of life, face financial stress, and be less productive.
In 2023/24, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) calculated that 33.7 million working days were lost across the UK as a result of work-related illnesses and non-fatal injuries in the workplace. This included stress, depression or anxiety and musculoskeletal disorders.
Consequently, employers are experiencing reduced productivity because of the resulting absences.
Read the full article here on the iOH website
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