The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has warned that a range of commonly used painkillers for chronic...
Nic Paton
Nic Paton
Nic Paton is consulting editor of OHW+. One of the country's foremost workplace health journalists, Nic has written for OHW+ and Occupational Health & Wellbeing since 2001, and edited the magazine from 2018.
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OH&W Awards – ‘We are very focused on ensuring mental health is not swept under the carpet’
by Nic Patonby Nic PatonBy taking a holistic approach to wellbeing, one combining healthy eating, physical activity, mental wellbeing, changing habits and leadership, the...
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The post-pandemic work landscape – the role (and risks) of mental health first aid
by Nic Patonby Nic PatonThe mental health fallout from the coronavirus pandemic could be immense. Mental health first aid could therefore have a key...
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People with cancer could face a tough choice between health or finances if employers force them to return to the workplace.
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The NHS is to pilot an “improved” occupational health service for NHS staff incorporating “a wider wellbeing offer” as well...
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With employers being encouraged to reopen office spaces, research from insurer Canada Life has concluded more than a third of...
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More consultation by employers is needed ensure workers feel safe and confident to return to the workplace, and to reduce...
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Two health and safety warnings have been issued to occupational health practitioners about common products used both at home and...
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Four out of 10 OH providers experiencing coronavirus-related surge in demand
by Nic Patonby Nic PatonMore than four out of 10 occupational health providers have seen a surge in demand for their services because of...
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The government intends to put in place an “unprecedented” flu vaccination programme this autumn to help the NHS manage any...
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OH&W Awards – ‘If directors buy into the strategy, you are going to have a much better success rate’
by Nic Patonby Nic PatonWinner of the ‘Best wellbeing initiative’ in last year’s Occupational Health & Wellbeing Awards, Office Athletes has forged a close...
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Talking toolkits: unpicking Covid-19 return-to-work advice for occupational health
by Nic Patonby Nic PatonWith the UK now gradually reopening for business, organisations across the workplace health spectrum have been developing toolkits and resources...
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Coronavirus: employers warned to remain vigilant following ‘super Saturday’
by Nic Patonby Nic PatonWith lockdown restrictions in England set to ease further this weekend, the British Safety Council (BSC) has sounded a warning...
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‘Huge swathes’ of doctors could quit following pandemic without mental health support
by Nic Patonby Nic PatonThe government, NHS and private healthcare providers need to develop a plan to support the mental wellbeing and support of...
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A study of 153 patients treated in UK hospitals during the acute phase of the Covid-19 pandemic has illustrated the...