Not being able to work as a result of an injury can have a significant impact on an injured person. Whilst returning to work is not possible for everyone, having time off work, particularly long absences, can affect one’s physical and mental health. Returning to work post-injury, or in a modified capacity whilst still recovering […]
Smart phones and tablets… what a pain in the neck!
‘Text Neck’ is the new Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Have a look at any bus terminal, train station or airport and all you’ll see are faces buried into smart phones and tablets. Whilst modern technology is an amazing thing and it does allow us to remain connected to friends and loved ones, or allows us to […]
WA Mental Health Week ~ 7-14 October
Mental Health Week / Day / Month is celebrated all around Australia, with each state and territory adopting their own theme, and hosting their own events each year. The best way you can help to spread the word about positive mental health and wellbeing is by attending or hosting an event in your community or […]
Walk to Work Day – Friday 5 October
Diabetes Australia’s Walk to Work Day is now in it’s 20th year. This is a day to promote regular walking as a healthy activity, and regular activity can help to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes as well improving your overall physical, mental and social health. Whilst walking the whole way to work is […]
October – National Safe Work Month ~ “A moment is all it takes”
October is National Safe Work Month – a time to commit to building safe and healthy workplaces for all Australians. Poor work health and safety can cause injury, illness or even death. The financial cost of work-related injuries and illness cost the Australian community $61.8 billion in 2012-13. “A moment is all it takes”… a safety incident can happen […]
The benefits of having live plants in your office
Are you aware of the benefits of having plants in your office? 🌿 live plants can help to reduce stress 🌿 help to increase productivity 🌿 they can help to reduce sickness and absence rates 🌿 help to clean the air 🌿 help reduce noise levels, and 🌿 plants can help to boost creativity. Not […]
