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Helen Beers from HSE’s Foresight Centre sets out some of the key findings from her collaborative research on ageing and health in the GB logistics and transport sector in ‘Changing worlds of work and occupational health: Insights on working into older age’. Read more >>

Lorry drivers demonstrate a high-risk of developing heart disease and diabetes and have a sedentary job and little opportunity for physical activity. This study of UK lorry drivers suggests that interventions to reduce sitting and increase moderate-to-vigorous physical activity during breaks or in leisure time are urgently needed. This can be done through educational programmes to raise awareness about diet and exercise. Read more – PDF >>

Whether you work with 10 people, 10,000 people or just yourself, paying attention to mental health in the workplace has never been more important. Mental Health at Work helps you to find the information and resources you need. Find documents, guides, tips, videos, courses, podcasts, templates and information from key organisations across the UK, all aimed at helping you get to grips with workplace mental health >>

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the most common occupational ill health condition in the UK. Ergonomists at BACK-TRACK have developed a behavioural change tool to reduce the risk of back-injury.  Read more >>