1. Reduced Productivity and Performance

• Employees working while unwell (presenteeism) leading to lower efficiency.

• Fatigue, stress, and poor health impacting cognitive function and focus.

• Increased errors due to health-related impairment.

2. High Absenteeism

• Frequent short-term and long-term sick leave disrupting workflow.

• Chronic conditions (e.g., back pain, migraines, mental health issues) leading to recurring absences.

• Increased burden on remaining staff due to absent colleagues.

3. Workplace Stress and Mental Health Issues

• High-pressure environments leading to anxiety, burnout, and depression.

• Lack of support for employees dealing with work-related or personal stress.

• Stigma around seeking help, preventing early intervention.

4. Increased Workplace Injuries and Accidents

• Fatigue, poor health, or unmanaged chronic conditions contributing to accidents.

• Lack of preventive screenings for vision, hearing, or mobility issues leading to safety risks.

• Musculoskeletal problems from poor ergonomics or manual handling.

5. Poor Employee Engagement and Retention

• Health issues leading to disengagement, lack of motivation, and job dissatisfaction.

• Employees leaving due to unmanaged health conditions or a lack of support.

• Difficulty in attracting and retaining top talent if employee well-being is not prioritized.

6. Rising Healthcare Costs for Employers

• Higher insurance claims due to preventable illnesses and chronic conditions.

• Increased costs from reactive treatments rather than early intervention.

• Expense of temporary staff and lost productivity from health-related absences.

7. Unhealthy Workplace Culture

• A reactive approach to health instead of a supportive, preventative culture.

• Employees feeling undervalued due to lack of well-being initiatives.

• Poor work-life balance leading to chronic stress and lifestyle-related illnesses.

8. Impact on Leadership and Decision-Making

• Leaders and key personnel underperforming due to stress and burnout.

• Poor health affecting leadership clarity, creativity, and decision-making.

• High turnover in leadership roles due to preventable health-related issues.

9. Compliance and Legal Risks

• Failure to meet health and safety obligations leading to legal consequences.

• Lack of mental health support violating employer duty of care.

• Increased risk of compensation claims due to workplace-related health problems.

10. Loss of Innovation and Creativity

• Chronic stress and fatigue limiting employees’ ability to think creatively.

• Lack of psychological safety reducing open collaboration and problem-solving.

• Employees disengaging from work due to persistent health struggles.

"A proactive healthcare approach could resolve many if not all of these"