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Across the 2024/25 financial year, Westfield Health have given back the equivalent of £1,071,205. Find out how we made this possible.

In January 2025 we surveyed over 2,000 UK employees about the state of mental health and wellbeing. The results revealed that employee burnout is on the rise, leaving employees struggling with prolonged mental, physical and emotional exhaustion. Recognising the risks allows us to take proactive steps to manage stress, identify early warning signs, and put […]

Kate Platts uncovers the wellbeing and productivity benefits that recent advancements in health technology can have on employees.

67% of employers offer no support for women’s health, even though symptoms like pain and fatigue can have a direct impact on performance.

Group Director of Research and Innovation, Kate Platts, is joined by experts to discuss challenges and solutions for non-desk-based workers. 

Manual workers have specific mental and physical health needs. We explore ways employers can improve employee wellbeing.

Dame Kelly Holmes Trust and Westfield Health share impact that mentoring has on young people through On Track to Achieve (OTTA).

Dame Kelly Holmes Trust and Westfield Health launched a four-year charitable partnership focused on improving wellbeing of young people.

Boozy breaks are taking a back seat to nature-inspired escapes. Is the UK adopting a European approach to socialising with physical activity?

Explore how future-proofing your wellbeing policies can get ahead of the employment law reforms and prioritise employee health and wellbeing.

Explore the ways biohacking and hyper-personalisation are changing the way we view our individual health and wellbeing.

Explore how employers can use preventative healthcare to improve employee wellbeing and reduce the impact of long-term sickness.

Exploring the ‘giving back’ causes and effects from volunteering, donations and partnerships with organisation throughout 2024.

Our Wellbeing Trends report explores emerging workplace wellbeing trends to help managers and HR teams support their people in 2025.

Prioritising your mental health and wellbeing is challenging in the winter months as the daylight hours dwindle, bad weather is more common and the cold sets in.

It’s with great sadness and a heavy heart that we share that our friend and Honorary Lifetime President of Westfield Health, Graham Moore MBE, has sadly passed away. For over 35 years, Graham has been a fundamental part of Westfield Health’s history in his roles as CEO, Chairman and Honorary Lifetime President. It’s unquestionable that […]

Four years after the pandemic that changed the world, we – the desk-based working population – are nowhere closer to figuring out how to organise our workforces to support both organisational needs and individual employee wellbeing. Companies have taken many and varied approaches to the challenge, with some offering fully remote and flexible options – […]

Managers are on the front-line of employee wellbeing, so how can HR teams create effective policies to support them in this role?

Only 43% of UK employees feel their manager is there for wellbeing support. Improving these dynamics will create a happier workforce.

Cathy Lawson, an experienced Mental Health First Aid Trainer, explores how businesses can provide their managers with the skills needed to develop positive relationships and initiate discussions about mental health.

People managers have an increasingly nuanced role in the workplace, often being expected to lead high-performing teams while supporting employee wellbeing and performing their own duties. The supportive aspect of the line manager’s role is growing, with wellbeing now being at the top of the agenda for many businesses. Better wellbeing has been shown to […]

Westfield Health celebrate the British Transplant Games in Nottingham 2024, sharing the highlights of the event.

Mahmud Nawaz shares his story on organ donation being the “gift of life” after the loss of his wife, Sharon.

The British Transplant Games are a celebration of life. Survivors will compete in more than 25 sporting events for all abilities.

How can different management styles influence team performance, wellbeing and the daily experience at work?

Health screenings are a great way to understand your employees’ health and wellbeing, measuring blood pressure and other health metrics.

Exploring the community impact of On Track to Achieve, a program run by The Dame Kelly Holmes Trust to deliver inspiring mentorship.

With presenteeism on the rise, how can employers mitigate the causes of long-term sickness, so they don’t become causes of long-term absence?

Active Spaces encourage your employees to move more and perform at their best, allowing them to take regular active breaks.

Workers took 4.7 mental health and 5.1 physical health days off in 2023. We explore how can moving more can improve employee mental health.

Three key takeaways from Oxford University’s research on the effectiveness of workplace wellbeing programmes and what it means for businesses.

With work-related stress, depression or anxiety on the rise, we discuss signs of burnout and how to combat stress.

A third of UK people live with a musculoskeletal condition, and workplace support is an important factor in recovery and pain management.

Are you slumped like a sloth? We take a look at how to fix some common posture mistakes, with the help of the animal kingdom.

Businesses have higher productivity, happiness and morale where employees feel a sense of belonging. What can employers do to create this?

The way we build a connection is evolving, but are employees lonely in the workplace?

Explore how is AI impacting healthcare, and how personal health tech is being used to give both our mental and physical wellbeing a boost.

Consumer wellbeing trends such as ice baths, gut health and nap pods have taken TikTok by storm, but are they relevant in the workplace?

Managers with mental health first aid training are the first point of contact for employees. Find out more about the importance of the role.

Work-life balance is a top priority for workers, and flexible working helps people fit work around their lives — not the other way around.

Our Wellbeing Trends report explores emerging workplace wellbeing trends to help managers and HR teams support their people in 2024.

Focusing on employee health all year round acts as preventative measure. We explore how you can consistently keep wellbeing as a priority.

With organ donation week approaching, we’re looking at the laws around organ donation and how you can have a conversation with your loved ones about your wishes.

How do you know if your wellbeing program is helping your people be healthier and more productive — and how it’s impacting business outcomes?

How to demonstrate the value of wellbeing by linking employee health with key metrics like productivity, absence rates and retention.

In this blog, we explore three important terms that have gained prominence in recent years: leavism, presenteeism and quiet quitting.

In this blog, we explore what an Employee Assistance Programme is and why providing one to your employees can be beneficial for your people and business.

As caring responsibilities evolve, it’s important to understand your employee’s needs. Read our blog for information on supporting parents and carers at work.

The Circles of Influence model can help us refocus our thoughts on the things we can control, making future problems feel easier to manage.

Taking care of your mouth is essential to maintaining good oral hygiene and health. Read about how to look after your teeth and gums.

With employees taking an average of 4.8 days off due to poor mental health in 2022, how can businesses provide valuable support?

We explore how SMEs can make their wellbeing benefits work harder for their people by investing smartly in areas that make the most impact.

In this blog, we explore some common questions about physiotherapy, from how many sessions you’ll need to how much it costs to access privately.

With a range of benefits included, there are various ways you could use them to save money with a health cash plan. Find out how to make the most of yours.

As people flock to online health services and businesses continue develop their virtual offices, what does 2023 hold for digital wellbeing?

In the wake of the pandemic, people are more informed about their wellbeing and looking to prevent future health issues as pressure on the NHS grows.

The cost-of-living crisis is now a critical issue for workers and businesses alike, and financial worries are impacting the nation’s mental health.

We look back on our predictions for workplace wellbeing in 2022 and explore how businesses can get a head start on the emerging trends for 2023.

DEI policies should help people feel supported no matter who they are or how they work, so how can leaders address the real challenges that colleagues are facing?

We explore current and emerging health and wellbeing hot topics and search trends to help businesses get a head start on workplace wellbeing in 2023.

The cost of living crisis has brought with it lots of questions and concerns about the financial situation. Our latest blogs offer some answers and advice.

With the cost of living rising, it’s more important than ever to make sure you’re getting the most out of your Cash Plan. Our Good4you health cash plan can offer you cash back on everyday health expenses and access to health and wellbeing services.

Our research reveals how men are less likely to take time off when they need to recharge and may be more likely to hide their mental health issues at work.

While we can’t control what’s happening in the economy, a few changes to your money mindset can give you a new perspective on our personal finances.

Our guide focuses on the importance of looking after your wellbeing during financial uncertainty. Read our blog for some of the key takeaways from the guide.

With 35% of employees preferring to work for a small business, how can SMEs use wellbeing to become even more appealing to job seekers?

We answer the most common questions about wellbeing in small and medium enterprises and explore what benefits make the biggest impact.

Employees now expect benefits like wellbeing support and flexible working as standard, so SMEs must play to their strengths to attract job seekers.

With 46% of UK workers considering changing jobs, we investigate how SMEs can play to their strengths to attract top talent using wellbeing.

Our mindset, motivations and priorities all impact our readiness to adopt new habits, so how can leaders encourage people to make healthy changes at work?

In the age of hybrid office workers, how do employers make sure their wellbeing strategy is sufficient and appropriate for all their employees?

With over half of employees in the IT, finance and admin sectors work remote or hybrid, how can business leaders offer cost-effective wellbeing support?

Many workplace wellbeing initiatives take time to get off the ground. Try these tips to boost engagement and help your people build positive habits.

An effective wellbeing strategy helps you identify and deliver the support your people need to perform at their best, but what should your strategy include?

Healthy eating helps employees maintain energy levels throughout the day, increasing focus and concentration. Find out more about encouraging healthy eating.

The first step to improving employee wellbeing is finding out what support your people need — try these tips to help you collect valuable feedback.

Leavism is when employees work during non-paid hours or annual leave. Learn more about how it can affect work-life balance and what employers can do to stop it.

These principles of good leadership practice could help you build a culture of wellbeing and make your organisation a healthier place to work.

In this blog we explore how shared values and simple habits can help create a workplace culture that supports and champions employee wellbeing.

We’re pleased to announce the arrival of Kate Platts as our new Head of Research and Innovation here at Westfield Health.

You use your eyes every day, from the second you wake up in the morning to when you fall asleep at night. Read about why it’s so important to get your eyes tested.

Your health is your most valuable asset and shouldn’t be taken for granted. Read our blog for advice on how to invest in your health and wellbeing.

We’re pleased to announce the arrival of Kate Platts as our new Head of Research and Innovation here at Westfield Health.

Presenteeism has tripled over the last 10 years according to the CIPD. Yet the percentage of organisations taking steps to discourage presenteeism has halved since 2016. So whilst 86% of employers reported observing presenteeism in their organisation during the last 12 months, only a quarter have actively taken steps to address the problem.

Lack of sleep can leave you feeling tired and drained day-to-day, but it can also have health consequences in the long term.

Chiropody is the area of medicine associated with treating foot ailments. Read more about what treatment is involved and why you should book an appointment.

It can be difficult to prioritise relaxation, but our tips can help you unwind, increase your energy levels and reduce stress in the workplace.

Mental Health First Aiders® give employees someone to turn to when they’re struggling with their mental health. Find out more about the importance of the role.

With people getting more comfortable speaking about mental health in the workplace, how can employers make sure workers get the help they need?

The past two years have revealed new perspectives and people are expecting permanent changes to how they work, but what’s the top priority for UK workers?

With financial stress and mental health so closely linked, employers must consider how they can support their people as the cost of living rises.

Around a quarter of women in the workforce are of menopausal age, but employers can often do more to increase understanding and offer support.

The pandemic has helped reduce the stigma around mental health in the workplace, but now a North-South wellbeing divide is beginning to emerge.

With employees taking an average of 3.36 mental health days of in 2021, how can business leaders support their people in the post-Covid workplace?

Poor posture is one of the leading causes of back pain. Read our blog for advice on maintaining a healthy posture and prevent back pain.

With employees often feeling reluctant to change, how can employers help their people engage with wellbeing both in and outside the new-normal workplace?

Workers are now expecting more than just a standard salary and benefits package, so how can employers connect with candidates’ new priorities?

We explore the emerging hot topics and trends for 2022 to reveal the top five trends which will help you to plan and prioritise your wellbeing support.

We all know that exercise does us good – but did you know that walking has huge health benefits even in small quantities?

For those struggling with the after-effects of Covid infection, fatigue can be debilitating. How can employers support their people when they return to work?