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Everything you need to know about our laboratory services
A safe and healthy workplace is the foundation of a productive, successful business. At Medigold Health, we know that every organisation wants to minimise risk, stay compliant, and support employee wellbeing – and for many industries, laboratory services are a vital part of achieving this. Our lab services play a[...]
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Don’t sleep on musculoskeletal health
Blog written by Nicky Piper, Chief Nursing Officer at Medigold Health. First things first: What exactly is musculoskeletal health? Let’s start with the basics. Musculoskeletal (MSK) health is all about keeping your muscles, bones, joints and connective tissues healthy. Think of it as the body’s “support network” that lets you[...]
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World Menopause Day 2025: How lifestyle medicine can support menopausal health
World Menopause Day takes place on 18th October, raising awareness and understanding of menopause around the world. This year’s theme, ‘Lifestyle Medicine’, highlights how healthy habits – such as balanced nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management – can ease menopausal symptoms and support long-term wellbeing. In this guest blog, our[...]
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Health surveillance: Why it matters for your workforce
While every business wants to keep its people safe and healthy, some working environments come with specific health risks that require closer monitoring — often by law. That’s where health surveillance plays a vital role. What is health surveillance? Health surveillance is a proactive approach to monitoring the health[...]
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Spelling it out – Dyslexia and the art of thinking differently
This blog is written by Medigold’s Disability Training and Consultancy Specialist, Alice Gibson. Picture it: the school bell rings, signalling your 11am English lesson. Today is the day the class is reading Romeo and Juliet, and you just know you’re going to be picked to read first. You’ve spent the[...]
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Supporting mental health at work: Managers matter
This guest article is written by Kim Najran, Medigold Health’s Mental Health First Aid Trainer. Trigger warning – This article discusses mental health. Please only read on if you feel comfortable to do so, and remember support is available if you need it. The 10th October marks World Mental Health[...]
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Dyspraxia – Things that help me at work
To mark Dyspraxia Awareness Week, we’re proud to share a personal and insightful blog from one of our amazing Medigold IT team members, Natalie Betts. Diagnosed with dyspraxia at a young age, Natalie has spent years learning how to manage the condition – both in her personal life and in[...]
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What is dyspraxia and why is it so often overlooked?
Dyspraxia Awareness Week: 6–12 October Dyspraxia affects up to 10% of the UK population, yet it remains less widely recognised than many other forms of neurodiversity. In our latest blog, our Disability and Neurodiversity Specialist shines a light on what dyspraxia is, the unique challenges and strengths associated with it,[...]
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Go Sober for October – What’s it all about?
Go Sober for October is a national campaign run by Macmillan Cancer Support that encourages people to go alcohol-free for 31 days. It’s a chance to reset, raise funds for a good cause, and reflect on how alcohol fits into daily life. For employers, it’s also a timely reminder to[...]
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