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A closer look at sickness absence and preventative solutions & 75% off Sickness Absence, Wellbeing and Flexible Working Policies
Workplace sickness absence is a significant issue that organisations face today. It not only affects individual employees but also has a substantial impact on the overall productivity and functioning of the organisation. Employee wellbeing plays a key role in managing sickness absence effectively and promoting a healthy work environment.
The rising sickness absence rates serve as a motivation for action. According to research conducted by the CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) and Simplyhealth, employees were absent an average of 7.8 days over the past year, which is the highest rate seen in 10 years. This alarming statistic calls for a shared responsibility model where both individuals and employers actively contribute to promoting employee wellbeing and managing sickness absence.
Understanding the relationship between wellbeing and sickness absence
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