18/12/2025
Sickness absence in the UK is at its highest level in more than 15 years 🚨
A new Health and Wellbeing at Work Report, supported by Simplyhealth, reveals that employees are now averaging 9.4 days off each year. A significant increase from 7.8 days in 2023.
Mental health and musculoskeletal issues are amongst the top reasons for absenteeism in the workplace .
A ten to fifteeen minute seated acupressure massage at work can reduce stress by up to 85% whilst easing musculoskeletal problems by improving motion, flexibility and increasing blood flow.
This report shows how imperative it is that companies need to prioritise wellness in the workplace.
What do you have in place for 2026 for your team’s wellness.