Contents

Overview
Health and safety
Sickness absence
Alcohol
Smoking and tobacco
Physical activity
Mental health
Sleep
Healthy Eating
Information about other health topics

Overview

Why workplace wellbeing matters

Wellbeing in the workplace is important because on average, adults spend one third of their life at work. This means our working environment can play a big part in our health and wellbeing.

The NHS website has information about how to live well Go to https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/ (opens new window), with tips on dealing with stress, back pain, exercise, and healthy eating.

Making small changes to your daily routine can make a big difference to the health of your heart, which in the long term could save your life. You can find more information on the British Heart Foundation website Go to https://www.bhf.org.uk/heart-health/preventing-heart-disease/10-minutes-to-change-your-life (opens new window).

We have a separate guide for employers.