In celebration of World Mental Health Day on Thursday, 10th October 2024, Compass Group Ireland has announced a unique collaboration with renowned artist Sean Atmos to create a bespoke jigsaw puzzle designed to inspire mindfulness and connection among work colleagues. This year's theme for World Mental Health Day focuses on the importance of mental health in the workplace and … [Read more...] about Compass Group Ireland and Artist Sean Atmos Launch Jigsaw Initiative for World Mental Health Day
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New Digital Mental Health service will provide fast access to mental health support for millions of people
Mental health problems are one of the leading causes of sickness in the workplace, with new research showing a fifth of employees have taken time off work for mental health problems in the past year. Simplyhealth is now offering Spectrum.Life’s latest Digital Mental Health solution to its 2.5 million UK customers, including thousands of businesses and their workforces. … [Read more...] about New Digital Mental Health service will provide fast access to mental health support for millions of people
Budget 2025: E-cig tax a ‘crucial protection for children’ – charity
The Irish Heart Foundation welcomed the new e-cigarette tax and a €1 increase in the price of a packet of 20 cigarettes as crucial protections for children and young people from nicotine addiction. The charity’s Director of Advocacy, Chris Macey, said: “Tax is a vital deterrent for young people to take up vaping and smoking and these measures will have a significant … [Read more...] about Budget 2025: E-cig tax a ‘crucial protection for children’ – charity
Budget 2025: National funding first for heart and stroke patients
The Irish Heart Foundation welcomed community support funding announced by Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly as a lifeline for heart patients and stroke survivors across Ireland. “The €600,000 provided in the Budget for the charity’s Heart and Stroke Connect services is the first national funding ever given for support programmes to improve the quality of life of … [Read more...] about Budget 2025: National funding first for heart and stroke patients
When Europe Moves Together: #BEACTIVE DAY 2024
On 23rd September 2024, Europe once again came together to celebrate #BEACTIVE DAY, a continent-wide initiative promoting physical activity, health, and well-being. This year’s edition, spanning 21 countries, was held as part of the European Week of Sport, an annual event spearheaded by the European Commission to encourage people of all ages and abilities to embrace active … [Read more...] about When Europe Moves Together: #BEACTIVE DAY 2024