Worker health and wellness

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Washington — Nearly 1 in 5 employees describe their workplace as “very” or “somewhat” toxic and, of them, about half say it’s adversely affected their mental health, according to a recent survey.

Sydney — Need to reset your attention during a complex work task? A five-minute break is all it takes.

Washington — Young adults looking for a new job or to change industries say paid time off and flexible work schedules are the benefits they value most, a recent survey shows.

Los Angeles — A recently released video from the Healthy Work Campaign explains to business leaders how work stress harms their organization and employees – and what can be done about it.

Toronto — Workers who collaborate more often with colleagues experience fewer mental health challenges than those who prefer to work alone, results of a recent survey show.

Washington — The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is now accepting charges of discrimination under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.

Washington — OSHA’s proposed rule on protecting workers from extreme heat exposure in indoor and outdoor settings is progressing toward potential publication – and the agency wants feedback.

Hartford, CT — A new survey shows that many people who identify as LGBTQ+ have a significant need for mental health support but find it challenging to discuss the topic at work.

Chicago — More than 3 out of 5 employees have experienced burnout in the past year, according to the results of a recent survey.

Mannheim, Germany — Busy day at work? Choosing a positive way to recharge in the evening may boost your mood for the next day.