Acorn Occupational Health Ltd

31/10/2025

💪 Fitness Friday Update💪

This month, Team Acorn have been keeping active in all sorts of ways - from swimming and dog walking with our furry companions 🐾 to horse riding 🐴 that added a bit of excitement to our October fitness!

Here’s how our totals are looking so far:
👣 Steps walked: 30,232,385
🚴‍♂️ Miles cycled: 10,283
🏃‍♀️ Miles run: 1,227
🏊‍♂️ Miles swum: 197

Every mile, step, and swim is helping us raise vital funds for two amazing charities:
💙 The MND Association
💙 Dementia UK

We’ve also got an exciting new fitness challenge coming up - one of our team members is taking things to the next level! Stay tuned next week to find out more 👀

Cheer us on or donate here:
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/page/acornoh-dementiauk
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/page/acornoh-mnd

28/10/2025

💡 When should you make a management referral?

If an employee is struggling with their health, performance, or frequent absence, it can be difficult to know when to involve Occupational Health. With rising mental health concerns and increasing pressure on teams, early support is more important than ever.

Our blog explains what to look out for, when a referral can help, and how it benefits both the employee and the organisation.

Read more here 👉 https://www.acornoh.co.uk/news-events/management-referrals/does-my-employee-need-a-management-referral/

For advice or to make a referral, contact us at:
📞 01260 277797
📧 website@acornoh.co.uk

Read more on Does My Employee Need a Management Referral? Discover our blog posts which delve into topics within occupational health.

24/10/2025

💪 How Physiotherapy Supports Return-to-Work Plans

When an employee experiences a musculoskeletal injury, recovery can feel like a long road, but the right support makes all the difference.

Physiotherapy plays a key role in helping employees rebuild strength, restore mobility, and return to work safely and confidently.

Following Acorn Occupational Health’s acquisition with Spire Healthcare, we’re now able to offer in-house physiotherapy services, giving employees faster access to treatment and employers a more joined-up approach to managing absence and recovery.

📞 01260 277797
📧 website@acornoh.co.uk

23/10/2025

Let’s keep challenging misconceptions and spreading awareness this Breast Cancer Awareness Month🌸

22/10/2025

💬 How Managers Can Have Better Conversations About Mental Health 💬

Talking about mental health at work can feel challenging - but with the right approach, empathy, and support, managers can make a real difference.

From creating a culture of openness to recognising when someone may be struggling, small steps can have a big impact on employee wellbeing.

Read our latest blog for practical tips on how to lead confident, compassionate conversations that help build a healthier workplace 👇

🔗 https://www.acornoh.co.uk/news-events/mental-health/how-managers-can-have-better-conversations-about-mental-health/

Read more on Having Better Conversations About Mental Health. Discover our blog posts which delve into topics within occupational health.

17/10/2025

💉 Flu Season Update - Protect Your Team Now!

Latest UK data shows influenza activity is increasing across all indicators, particularly among young adults, with GP consultations and emergency department attendances on the rise.

While overall levels remain at baseline, now is the time to take action - flu positivity has already jumped to 3.3% compared with 1.9% the previous week.

At Acorn Occupational Health, we still have a limited number of flu vaccines available to help protect your workforce and minimise sickness absence this winter.

📞 Call us on 01260 277797
📧 Email: website@acornoh.co.uk

Don’t wait until flu season peaks, book your vaccinations today.

15/10/2025

🪑💡 Is your office environment helping or hindering employee wellbeing?

When we talk about ergonomics, most people think of chairs and desks, but true ergonomics goes much deeper. Lighting, air quality, layout, and noise levels all play a major role in how people feel and perform at work.

Our latest blog explores how Ergonomic Office Assessments take a big-picture look at your workspace, helping you identify risks, boost comfort, and support productivity across the whole team. 🌿

Read the full post: 👉 https://www.acornoh.co.uk/news-events/ergonomics/why-your-office-environment-could-be-affecting-employee-wellbeing-and-what-to-do-about-it/

Read more on Ergonomic Office Assessments. Discover our blog posts which delve into topics within occupational health.

10/10/2025

Supporting your team starts with understanding. 💬

When an employee is struggling with their health, attendance, or performance, a management referral can provide valuable clarity, helping you take the right next steps to support them.

Swipe through to see some of the most common reasons for a management referral and how Occupational Health can help. 👇

09/10/2025

🩺 Introducing New In-House Services at Acorn Occupational Health 🩺

Following our recent acquisition by Spire Healthcare, we’re excited to share that several key services are now being delivered directly by our own team, providing faster access, greater consistency, and a smoother experience for employers and employees alike.

Our new in-house services include:
✅ MSK & Physiotherapy Support
✅ Professional Counselling
✅ Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

These additions mark an important step forward in how we support workplace health and wellbeing.

Learn more in our latest blog 👉 https://www.acornoh.co.uk/news-events/health-and-fitness/introducing-new-in-house-services-at-acorn-occupational-health/

Read more on Introducing New In-House Services. Discover our selection blog posts which delve into topics within occupational health.

02/10/2025

🩺 TB Clinics Are Back at Acorn! 💉

We’re pleased to announce our upcoming TB clinic dates this October:
📅 Wednesday 22nd October – Mantoux skin test
📅 Friday 24th October – Results check & BCG vaccination (if required)

Our clinics provide essential protection for those at higher risk of TB exposure, including healthcare, care home, and laboratory staff.

👉 We’re re-sharing our blog with more information on TB and why screening is so important: https://www.acornoh.co.uk/news-events/health-and-fitness/acorns-tb-clinics-mantoux-testing-and-bcg-vaccines-available-now/

📧 website@acornoh.co.uk
📞 01260 277797

Read more on Mantoux Testing and BCG Vaccines. Discover our blog posts which delve into topics within occupational health.

01/10/2025

🌸 Prioritising Women’s Health 🌸

October highlights two vital awareness campaigns: Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Menopause Awareness Month.

Both conditions can have a significant impact on women’s health, wellbeing, and working lives, making workplace awareness and support more important than ever.

At Acorn, our management referral services provide practical guidance for employers to support employees through these challenges with compassion and care.

👉 Read our latest blog to learn more: https://www.acornoh.co.uk/news-events/awareness/prioritising-womens-health-breast-cancer-and-menopause-awareness/

📧 website@acornoh.co.uk
📞 01260 277797

Read more on Prioritising Women's Health. Discover our blog posts which delve into topics within occupational health.

26/09/2025

💪 Fitness Friday Update! 💪

This month, Team Acorn have been mixing up our fitness with a great variety of activities – from cycling through scenic routes, horse riding, and swimming, to trying out paddleboarding 🌊

Here’s where we’re at so far:
👣 Steps walked: 26,680,864
🚴‍♂️ Miles cycled: 10,213
🏃‍♀️ Miles run: 1,177
🏊‍♂️ Miles swum: 197

We’re proud to be supporting:
💙 The MND Association
💙 Dementia UK

Every activity and every donation – big or small – is helping us make a difference.

Cheer us on or donate here:
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/page/acornoh-dementiauk
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/page/acornoh-mnd