Majority of employers offering preventative healthcare support: GRiD

According to research of 503 HR decision-makers, less than two in ten employers do not take steps to reduce the incidence of serious illnesses, including cancer. However, many employers who do offer support to prevent ill-health could also do more, GRiD noted. Only 16% of businesses surveyed offer their staff health discounts, including for the gym, cycling and fitness, and 15% offer initiatives to help team members to manage stress and mental health. Meanwhile, 14% of employers offer lifestyle support, such as advice on nutrition, sleep, health and fitness, and 13% offer apps that...