Worker Health and Wellness

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Has it been weeks since you changed your bed sheets and pillowcases? If so, researchers say you may be sleeping with a “legion of germs.”

New York — Results of a recent survey reveal a sizeable gap between how C-suite executives perceive workers’ well-being and how workers actually feel.

Heavy drinkers may be at increased risk for muscle loss and frailty as they age, results of a recent study out of England suggest.

Washington — Nearly 1 in 5 employees describe their workplace as “very” or “somewhat” toxic and, of them, about half say it’s adversely affected their mental health, according to a recent survey.

Avoiding junk food may have benefits aside from a slimmer waistline and better health.

Sydney — Need to reset your attention during a complex work task? A five-minute break is all it takes.

Washington — Young adults looking for a new job or to change industries say paid time off and flexible work schedules are the benefits they value most, a recent survey shows.

Air pollution, elevated temperature, and high levels of carbon dioxide and ambient noise may get in the way of a good night’s sleep, results of a recent study suggest.

Women who regularly exercise may have a 25% lower chance of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to new research.

Los Angeles — A recently released video from the Healthy Work Campaign explains to business leaders how work stress harms their organization and employees – and what can be done about it.