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Expert tips
Nordic health development also important in workplaces
A new comprehensive Nordic study of diet, physical activity, and overweight shows that health trends are heading in the wrong direction. The report, NORMO 2025, provides a clear picture of the health situation in the Nordic region. But what does this have to do with working life in Sweden? "A great deal," says Åsa Miemois, health developer at Falck.
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"If a crisis is handled correctly, it can strengthen trust in the organization"
When a crisis strikes, a manager's leadership is put to the ultimate test. How well an organization handles a difficult event often depends on how prepared the manager is—and how clearly and reassuringly support is communicated to the employees.
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Menstruation and menopause are now on the workplace agenda
Menstruation and menopause are natural phases of life that affect millions of women, but have long been a taboo subject. With a growing awareness of women's health, along with a new global ISO standard, new opportunities are being created for employers to address the topic in the workplace.
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Good examples
AstraZeneca invests in employees with new health initiative
At AstraZeneca in Södertälje/Stockholm, health has become a strategic investment. With its new health initiative, the company is taking a holistic approach to well-being for employees and the organization. From health surveys to on-site occupational health, AstraZeneca demonstrates a clear example of a proactive health strategy.
Health tips
How to stick to good habits
Many of us have developed new good habits during the summer that we would like to stick to. The challenge often lies in holding on to these positive elements when the demands and routines of everyday life take over again.
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Expert tips
Meeting marathons and email chaos – create structure in your workday
In today's connected work life, many struggle to structure their workday. The constant stream of digital communication and meetings makes it challenging to find time for focused work and to balance different tasks. Putting your day together can feel simple in theory, but for many it is difficult to achieve.
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Health tips
Reduce sedentary behaviour – tips for more movement in everyday life
In today's work life, many of us spend a large part of the day sedentary. Not moving regularly during the day has been shown to have negative effects on health, among other things, it increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases and strain injuries. Here we share tips on how you can incorporate more movement during a workday.
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Expert tips
Better recovery with mental training
Many feel stressed at work. By learning how the body reacts to different situations, we can increase our well-being. With good mental fitness, we can find the balance between stress and recovery.
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Health tips
Create time for recovery during the working day
Stress and high pace characterise many workdays, but small breaks for recovery can make a big difference to both health and productivity.
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Expert tips
Hybrid work – great opportunity but tricky balancing act
Working from home has made things easier for many. However, according to Falck's latest survey, we see that remote work is not entirely positive—at least not if it occurs too extensively. Lena-Karin Allinger and Åsa Miemois, who work at Falck, emphasize the importance of dialogue and balance to manage the risks and promote the positive aspects of the flexible working approach.