7 Workforce Health Facts
Is there a relationship between a productive workplace and employee health?
Here are some highlights:
- 8% of employees have no health insurance.
- Men’s health is declining more rapidly than women’s.
- 28% of employees report that their overall health is excellent, down from
34% just six years ago.
- Employees’ physical and mental health, stress levels, sleep quality, and
energy levels all significantly impact important work outcomes, such as
engagement, turnover, and job satisfaction.
- Low-wage/low-income employees are less likely to have access to employer
health insurance.
- Employees who receive at least five paid days off per year for personal illness
report significantly better work and health and well-being outcomes.
- Having paid vacations serves well for personal health and well-being.
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