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Biggest health risks compared by industry
No two workplaces are the same – and neither are the risks employees face. From hospital wards to construction sites, factories to office desks, every work environment brings unique challenges that can shape both physical and mental wellbeing. According to the UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE), an estimated 1.7[...]
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Stress Awareness Month: How to manage different types of stress
Within the last year, 74% of people have felt so stressed that they have been overwhelmed or unable to cope. 2nd November marks Stress Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of stress, its symptoms and the long-term consequences. This blog delves into the different types of stress,[...]
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Transforming menopause support in the workplace: Medigold Health partners with Adora
Menopause is a natural stage of life, yet for many people it remains one of the most misunderstood and under-supported health transitions – particularly in the workplace. Physical and emotional symptoms such as hot flushes, fatigue, disrupted sleep, anxiety, and brain fog can make day-to-day work much harder. Without the[...]
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Health & Wellbeing at Work 2026: Show round-up and highlights!
On March 10th and 11th, our Medigold team once again headed to the Health & Wellbeing Show, where we were proud to return as this year’s Headline Sponsor. It proved to be an incredibly successful two days – full of meaningful conversations, high‑energy engagement and a fantastic opportunity to showcase[...]
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Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026: From awareness to action
Neurodiversity Celebration Week began in 2018 with the goal of challenging stereotypes, breaking down misconceptions, and recognising the many skills and strengths of neurodivergent individuals. As we move into Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, the conversation is shifting. This year’s theme – “From awareness to action” – is a clear call[...]
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Reasonable Adjustments Series: Anxiety
This blog is written by Barrie Norman Jnr – Senior Mental Health First Aid and Suicide First-Aid trainer, and Operational Lead. Anxiety is something most of us experience at some point in our working lives. In the UK, millions of working age adults report symptoms of anxiety each year, which means it is very likely present[...]
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How to tackle workplace attendance as an SME
Poor workplace attendance can quickly wreak havoc on small and medium-sized enterprises. One person off sick can mean missed deadlines, added pressure on colleagues, and managers spending time firefighting instead of growing the business. In the UK, employees take an average of 5–6 sick days per year, and the Keep Britain Working report estimated that poor[...]
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Menopause and mental health: what affects women – and why it’s not just hormones
This article is written by Dr Judith Bird, a qualified Clinical Health Psychologist specialising in assessing, diagnosing and treating complex mental health issues and Head of Mental Health at Medigold Health. The increased focus on menopause in recent years is overdue. Menopause is a significant physiological and psychological transition that[...]
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Highlights from our 2026 Occupational Health Technician Conference!
At the end of January, we proudly hosted our annual Occupational Health Technician (OHT) Training Conference – two full days dedicated to professional development, shared learning and strengthening the exceptional clinical standards that define Medigold Health. Bringing together colleagues from across the country, the event really showcased the breadth of[...]
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