Research
Occupational Health & Wellbeing research round-up: April 2020
Mental wellbeing after electric shock
Electricians experiencing electrical accidents at work report more problems with cognition and lower mental wellbeing...
Reflecting on the role, and value, of ‘good’ occupational health
New to the profession, and as part of her BSc in occupational health, Rikki Scott researched and wrote this article...
Coronavirus: workers worried about future and ‘overwhelmed’ by the news
Almost half (47%) of UK adults say their mental health has been affected by the coronavirus outbreak – especially those...
Clinical governance
Coronavirus: how should occupational health support its mental health effects?
As organisations and the government step up measures to reduce the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus, Professor Neil Greenberg, in...
NHS staff survey reveals little progress in boosting health and wellbeing
Only three out of 10 (29.3%) NHS staff say their trust takes positive action on health and wellbeing, with many...
New-look training could be on the cards for OH, as NMC outlines review of SCPHN standards
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has indicated it intends to carry out a review of post-registration training for occupational...
Continuing professional development
Occupational Health & Wellbeing research round-up: April 2020
Mental wellbeing after electric shock
Electricians experiencing electrical accidents at work report more problems with cognition and lower mental wellbeing...
CPD: Managing common mental health disorders and their effects on long-term absence
Common mental health disorders can have a devastating impact on individuals and their ability to remain in or return to...
Reflecting on the role, and value, of ‘good’ occupational health
New to the profession, and as part of her BSc in occupational health, Rikki Scott researched and wrote this article...
Disability
From firefighter to nutritionist: tackling obesity in the fire service
A firefighter for 17 years, Greg Lessons developed an innovative healthy eating programme for London Fire Brigade that lowered BMI...
What might OH expect from workplace health Green Paper?
The government has confirmed that OH professionals can expect a Green Paper on reforms to workplace health support and provision...
First contact – how ‘first contact practitioners’ are changing musculoskeletal care
NHS England’s “first contact practitioner” pilot schemes are testing whether directing patients with musculoskeletal conditions to specialist physiotherapists rather than...
Health surveillance
Occupational health to have ‘prominent’ role in fight against coronavirus
The role and expertise of occupational health professionals is going to become “ever-more prominent” as the UK, and UK employers,...
How occupational health needs to be responding to coronavirus
With coronavirus expected to have a severe impact on workplaces in the coming months, occupational health practitioners will have a...
Government urged to do more to prevent silica from becoming ‘the next asbestos’
MPs have urged the government to do more to prevent exposure to silica becoming “the next asbestos”, especially within the...
Mental health and stress
CPD: Managing common mental health disorders and their effects on long-term absence
Common mental health disorders can have a devastating impact on individuals and their ability to remain in or return to...
Mental health first aid – a ticking time-bomb in the workplace?
Putting in place mental health first aid (MHFA) is seen by many employers as a practical, relatively easy way to...
Coronavirus: workers worried about future and ‘overwhelmed’ by the news
Almost half (47%) of UK adults say their mental health has been affected by the coronavirus outbreak – especially those...
Musculoskeletal disorders
First contact – how ‘first contact practitioners’ are changing musculoskeletal care
NHS England’s “first contact practitioner” pilot schemes are testing whether directing patients with musculoskeletal conditions to specialist physiotherapists rather than...
CPD: Back to work – managing and supporting severe low back pain
Against the backdrop of a sedentary and ageing workforce working for longer, managing musculoskeletal disorders effectively is becoming an increasing...
NHS staff survey reveals little progress in boosting health and wellbeing
Only three out of 10 (29.3%) NHS staff say their trust takes positive action on health and wellbeing, with many...
OH employment law
Learning zone – taking the temperature at first ever Faculty of Occupational Health Nursing conference
From gaining the confidence to write publicly through to one speaker’s personal struggles with addiction; from effective report writing through...
CPD: The heat is on – managing thermal comfort and the menopause
Menopausal symptoms can affect all older women and some aged below 45, and can pose challenges for individuals and employers...
How to manage conflict and confrontation
Conflict and confrontation often occur together. Neither is very pleasant, but both are part of our working and home lives....
OH service delivery
Occupational Health & Wellbeing research round-up: April 2020
Mental wellbeing after electric shock
Electricians experiencing electrical accidents at work report more problems with cognition and lower mental wellbeing...
OH&W Awards – ‘Occupational health has to be a combination of a clinical and a leadership role’
As Occupational Health & Wellbeing gears up for the launch of its 2020 Occupational Health & Wellbeing Awards next month...
What might OH expect from workplace health Green Paper?
The government has confirmed that OH professionals can expect a Green Paper on reforms to workplace health support and provision...
Return to work and rehabilitation
From firefighter to nutritionist: tackling obesity in the fire service
A firefighter for 17 years, Greg Lessons developed an innovative healthy eating programme for London Fire Brigade that lowered BMI...
OH&W Awards – ‘Occupational health has to be a combination of a clinical and a leadership role’
As Occupational Health & Wellbeing gears up for the launch of its 2020 Occupational Health & Wellbeing Awards next month...
What might OH expect from workplace health Green Paper?
The government has confirmed that OH professionals can expect a Green Paper on reforms to workplace health support and provision...
Sickness and absence management
Better communication is key to unlocking the value of health and wellbeing benefits
With this month (April) being the start of a new financial year, Paul Avis argues that now is a good...
What might OH expect from workplace health Green Paper?
The government has confirmed that OH professionals can expect a Green Paper on reforms to workplace health support and provision...
CPD: Managing common mental health disorders and their effects on long-term absence
Common mental health disorders can have a devastating impact on individuals and their ability to remain in or return to...
Wellbeing and health promotion
From firefighter to nutritionist: tackling obesity in the fire service
A firefighter for 17 years, Greg Lessons developed an innovative healthy eating programme for London Fire Brigade that lowered BMI...
Better communication is key to unlocking the value of health and wellbeing benefits
With this month (April) being the start of a new financial year, Paul Avis argues that now is a good...
OH&W Awards – ‘Occupational health has to be a combination of a clinical and a leadership role’
As Occupational Health & Wellbeing gears up for the launch of its 2020 Occupational Health & Wellbeing Awards next month...
