THE TOP 10 WORKPLACE HEALTH ISSUES IN THE 3RD QUARTER OF 2023
It's important for employers to be aware of the employee health condition to take timely action for appropriate care. Let's look at CarePlus' statistics on corporate employee health in the third quarter of 2023!
1/17/2024 3:31:23 PM
At the beginning of 2024 - Year of Dragon, CarePlus releases statics on the most common 10 workplace health issues with specific, detailed, and easy-to-understand information to raise healthcare awareness for your employees.
1. Statistics on the workplace health issues in the third quarter of 2023
By investing in the physical well-being of your employees, you can not only improve their health but also contribute to creating a more positive working culture for the good of all. It's therefore important for employers to be aware of the employee health condition to take timely action for appropriate care. Let's look at CarePlus' statistics on corporate employee health in the third quarter of 2023!
According to internal data, in the third quarter of 2023, CarePlus recorded high rates of dental health problems, Ear - nose - throat (ENT) problems, and metabolic disorders. Specifically:
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Dental problems (Oral and maxillofacial diseases) are the most common, accounting for 94% of the employees who come for periodic health checks at CarePlus. Gingivitis and tooth decay are the two most common problems. In addition, the rate of tooth loss and unextracted wisdom teeth is also relatively high, accounting for about 15%.
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5 health problems related to metabolism account for a high proportion of the ten most common diseases, including overweight and obesity, dyslipidemia, fatty liver, elevated liver enzymes, and Hyperuricemia. In addition, glucose intolerance are also metabolic disorders of concern, accounting for 8% of the total number of employees coming for health check-ups at CarePlus, 1% higher than in the second quarter. Hypertension also accounted for 6%, unchanged compared to the second quarter.
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Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) diseases increased in the last months of the year. For ENT, constantly changing weather with rain is the cause of increased upper respiratory infections. Not only employees but also children and the elderly are in the same situation.
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Breast lesions: Up to 46% of female employees have breast lesions. In particular, 2% of breast lesions were classified as BI-RADS 4.5 during the examination. Accordingly, the damage will likely worsen with this grade and require intensive intervention. In addition, 10% of female employees have uterine fibroids. This benign lesion requires regular monitoring with a gynecologist and ultrasound.
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Thyroid lesions account for 40% and need to be checked up regularly. Up to 7% of these lesions are classified as TI-RADS 4.5, and biopsy and specialist examination are recommended. In fact, only about 74% of employees have a thyroid ultrasound included in their corporate health screening package. Therefore, implementing thyroid ultrasound will help proactively detect abnormalities in the thyroid.
2. Expert advice on preventing common workplace health issues
There are ways to prevent and improve workplace diseases, including the following.
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Brushing, flossing, and going for regular dental check-ups are some of the best ways to remove tartar that causes tooth decay and prevent dental problems.
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For metabolic disorders, regular check-ups and doctor visits are essential, besides changing lifestyle and exercise habits. The doctor will rely on medical examination and labor test results to provide treatment for each individual, using medication and advice on nutrition and exercise appropriate to body type based on the condition, medical history, and disorder severity.
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With eye conditions, you should change your sitting position correctly, ensure your workspace is well-lit, and have reasonable eye rest time to limit increased refraction. In addition, a diet rich in vitamin A and Omega 3 and the daily use of artificial tears also help reduce eye regulation disorders. More importantly, regular eye exams every 6 - 12 months help detect eye diseases early.
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Our increasingly polluted living environment is the cause of ENT diseases of all ages. To reduce the risk of disease, you must wear a mask, avoid smoking, and clean your ears, nose, and throat daily. On the other hand, you should see an ENT specialist for diagnosis and treatment when there are unusual symptoms. Flu vaccination is also an effective way to prevent it.
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Breast and thyroid lesions are mainly detected through ultrasound. Depending on the severity level, the risk of deterioration and the monitoring frequency will vary. In high-risk subjects, mammography (for breast lesions) and or biopsy (for both breast and thyroid lesions) will help make a more accurate diagnosis for appropriate treatment.
3. How to take care of employee health to prepare for a prosperous new year
To ensure employees try their best at work and maintain good health, corporations should have appropriate healthcare programs and protection activities such as periodic health screenings or health talks.
3.1 Regulations on periodic health check for employees
CarePlus understands that each employee is essential to creating sustainable development for each company. Therefore, the annual examination is vital in helping employees know their health status. Besides, it provides accurate data for corporates to quickly see the overall picture of employee health conditions to take timely action for appropriate care.
According to experts at CarePlus, every business should have an annual health screening for employees once a year. This program is necessary to help employees detect potential health factors and risks early and keep them loyal to the company. When your employees are healthy, they can do better work, and it's a wise investment for the long term.
General health screening procedures at the CarePlus International Clinics, with examination categories from basic to advanced. Such as internal medicine, odontology, otolaryngology, chest x-ray, abdominal ultrasound, electrocardiogram (ECG), and lab tests (complete blood count, blood glucose, kidney function, lipid panel, hepatitis B - C,...). Female employees are allowed to perform additional items such as gynecological examinations, breast ultrasound, and cervical cancer screening.
Besides, our team is ready to design Health Screening Packages that suit your budget, Employee Benefit Plan, and business operation needs.
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Outstanding doctors with international training and work experience
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Professional and comfort procedure
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Ensure the accuracy of testing results with high-end laboratory and medical equipment
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Quick and easy management with the Health Check Dashboard
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Arrange a specific screening schedule on-site or at out clinics
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Time-saving and convenient transportation with 3 branches in Ho Chi Minh City
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Experienced in organizing periodic health checks for more than 1.000 businesses per year
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Direct billing with all reputable insurance companies in Vietnam and internationally
3.2 Organize workshops and health take to engage employees
Along with periodic employee health checks, organizing health talks at the workplace is a great way to convey knowledge to protect employee health proactively.
To bring practical and reasonable values for community health, CarePlus regularly cooperates with business partners to organize online seminars, workshops, and health talks to improve their staff's knowledge about health awareness and disease prevention early.
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Topics are selected to suit each company's industry characteristics, such as preventing common diseases in office workers, instructions on preventing musculoskeletal problems, knowledge about STDs, and effective screening methods.
The bottom line is that taking care of your employees' health benefits your business. It helps not just them but also promotes a productive and efficient working atmosphere for the company. There is an inextricable link between workers' health and productivity.
Our experts have years of experience creating strategies tailored specifically for businesses like yours, so don’t hesitate to contact us to find out what kind of plan would work best for you.
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