Looking after and promoting the health & wellbeing of employees is important in not only reducing sickness absence and the cost and inefficiencies associated, but also with developing a positive workplace culture and environment.
Whereas much of the workplace screening is a mandatory requirement by law, health & wellness screening is not. Just because it is not required by law, does not mean it does not play a huge role, especially in the modern day work place.
It is important as many employees now expect this to be included in their work package, and in order to remain competitive and an attract and retain the best talent, looking after the health and wellbeing of your staff in paramount.
By actively promoting health & wellbeing in your workplace, employers are already combating sickness absence, ill-health, chronic health issues, mental health and stress, all before it occurs.
Because good health is good business.