Worker Health and Wellness

Washington — Having a stressful moment? Watching short inspirational videos may help.

Auckland, New Zealand — Newly released research suggests that intermittent fasting – which has been studied for its effect on shift worker health – doesn’t negatively affect decision-making, response speed and accuracy, and other cognitive functions.

London — More than 60 employers are teaming up with British government officials on an initiative to improve the health of the country’s workers and keep employees on the job, the UK Department for Work and Pensions recently announced.

Washington — Workers who feel supported by family, friends and colleagues have better mental health and perform more effectively on the job, according to a recent study.

A vape cloud isn’t just water vapor. In fact, vape clouds contain toxic chemicals that can be highly addictive, cause numerous health issues and create an environmental hazard, experts at UL Research Institutes say.

Guangzhou, China — Shift workers may be at greater risk of developing kidney stones, results of a recent study suggest.

Washington — Although 9 out of 10 employers say they’re prepared to support worker mental health, only 3 out of 5 employees agree, according to the results of a recent survey of small businesses.

Most people who experience pain or discomfort in their back, knee, thigh or groin may not realize the real culprit could be their hip, results of a recent survey reveal.

Another study has concluded that short bursts of physical activity – called “exercise snacks” – can significantly improve cardiorespiratory fitness in adults, according to a team of European researchers.

Silver Spring, MD — As elevated suicide rates continue to impact the construction industry, “showing up authentically and compassionately” is vital for supervisors or employees who think a co-worker is at immediate risk, one expert says.