Worker Health and Wellness

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.

Avoiding junk food may have benefits aside from a slimmer waistline and better health.

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.

Air pollution, elevated temperature, and high levels of carbon dioxide and ambient noise may get in the way of a good night’s sleep, results of a recent study suggest.

Women who regularly exercise may have a 25% lower chance of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to new research.

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.

Do you sleep too little – or too much? Or maybe you snore or have obstructive sleep apnea. Any of these conditions could put you at increased risk for stroke, researchers say.

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.

Bloomington, IN — Repeatedly checking the clock while you’re trying to fall asleep can compound insomnia and lead to greater reliance on sleep aids, results of a recent study show.