Optima Health

Optima Health Shaping healthier workplaces.

As the UK’s leading provider of occupational health and wellbeing services, we have been directly influencing and improving people’s lives for over 75 years. Our incredible team of professionals quickly and effectively encapsulate our client’s needs, allowing us to support organisations of all shapes and sizes.

🗓️ Is your organisation prepared for flu season?Each year, seasonal flu can have a significant impact on employees and b...
25/08/2026

🗓️ Is your organisation prepared for flu season?

Each year, seasonal flu can have a significant impact on employees and businesses. The average number of sick days per employee increased to 9.4 days in 2025 (CIPD), with minor illnesses, such as colds and flu, remaining a leading cause of short-term absence.

Seasonal flu also creates a significant financial burden for UK businesses, with an average cost of around £272 per affected employee in lost productivity and associated costs (RAND Europe, 2023).

💡 While we can’t eliminate seasonal illness, planning ahead can help reduce its impact.

Organising workplace flu vaccinations early can help protect your people, support employee wellbeing and reduce disruption to your organisation.

Our latest blog explores how employers can take a more preventative approach to flu season, including:
• Why planning ahead matters
• How flu vaccination can form part of a preventative health strategy
• Four practical steps to prepare for flu season

👉 Read the blog: https://www.optimahealth.co.uk/workplace-flu-vaccinations

📣 Places are still available for our upcoming Lead and Asbestos Training Course on 9th September.Designed for Health & S...
19/08/2026

📣 Places are still available for our upcoming Lead and Asbestos Training Course on 9th September.

Designed for Health & Safety Executive (HSE) appointed doctors and healthcare professionals involved in workplace health surveillance, this one-day online course provides practical insight into the management of lead and asbestos exposure at work.

Delivered by expert appointed doctors and a former HSE Principal Medical Inspector, the course will cover:

• Control of lead and asbestos at work
• Risk assessment and exposure control
• Health effects and medical surveillance
• Legal responsibilities and case discussions
• 5 CPD points and a certificate

Whether you’re looking to refresh your knowledge or strengthen your expertise in workplace health surveillance, this course offers a valuable opportunity to learn from experienced professionals.

👉 Secure your place today: https://ohdirect.optimahealth.co.uk/clinical-training-courses/

03/08/2026

Are you an experienced Occupational Health Physician with AFOM or MFOM looking for your next career move? 👋

Join us as a Senior Occupational Health Physician and receive a £5,000 Optima Welcome Reward as you start your next chapter with us.

As we continue to grow across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for exceptional clinicians who share our commitment to delivering outstanding occupational health services. Our Optima Welcome Reward is a recruitment incentive available for eligible qualified Occupational Health Physician roles, recognising the value, experience and contribution you bring.

In return we will provide you with:
💚 £1,500 in your first pay check
💚 £1,500 after 12 months’ of service
💚 £2,000 after 24 months’ of service

At Optima Health, you’re not just joining a team, you’re joining a purpose. Here’s what you can expect:
✨ A collaborative, multidisciplinary team
✨ Career development tailored to you
✨ A culture that prioritises wellbeing
✨ The opportunity to make a meaningful impact

It's our way of saying thank you for choosing to build your future with us.

👉 Ready to learn more? Visit: https://www.optimahealth.co.uk/optima-welcome-reward/

30/07/2026

💡 Preventative health starts with understanding your people's wellbeing.

Our onsite health checks give employees valuable insights into key health indicators, helping them better understand their health and identify potential risks early.

Health checks can include blood pressure, cholesterol, cardiovascular risk, blood glucose levels and bowel screening (where eligible).

With same-day results, flexible packages and insight-driven reporting, organisations can take a proactive approach to supporting employee wellbeing.

By identifying trends across your organisation, you can:
• Make better-informed decisions
• Support early intervention
• Target wellbeing initiatives where they're needed most
• Help create a healthier, more productive workforce

👉 Find out how our onsite health checks can support your organisation's preventative health strategy: https://www.optimahealth.co.uk/onsite-health-assessments/


28/07/2026

🏖️ As employees return from summer holidays, now is the perfect time to refocus on workforce wellbeing.

With teams back in the workplace and business activity ramping up, it's worth thinking ahead to the challenges that autumn can bring, including seasonal flu.

Planning your workplace flu vaccination programme now can help employees build protection before flu season begins, reducing the risk of illness-related absence during one of the busiest periods of the year.

Our Digital Flu Programme makes it easy to support employee health with:

✅ Access to 3,500+ pharmacies across the UK
✅ Convenient digital vouchers
✅ Fast and simple implementation
✅ Real-time programme reporting

A healthier workforce means fewer disruptions and greater productivity as we head into the autumn months.

Learn more: https://www.optimahealth.co.uk/protect-your-workforce-this-flu-season/

24/07/2026

💬 Today is Samaritans Awareness Day (24/7), a reminder of the importance of talking openly about mental health and ensuring that support is always within reach for those who need it.

While organisations like Samaritans provide invaluable support to people in times of need, employers also have an important role to play in creating workplaces where employees know they don't have to struggle alone.

Mental health challenges, including stress, anxiety and depression, continue to be one of the leading causes of sickness absence. In Great Britain, work-related stress, depression and anxiety accounted for 22.1 million working days lost in 2024/25, with 964,000 workers reporting that these conditions had been caused or worsened by work (Health and Safety Executive).

Providing employees with access to timely, confidential support can help them address challenges early and feel supported both in and outside of work.

Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is available 24/7, providing employees with confidential guidance, emotional support and practical advice whenever they need it. Whether they're facing challenges at work or difficulties in their personal lives, our experienced team offers a safe, confidential space where they can talk through their worries and access the support they need.

👉 Find out more about our Employee Assistance Programme and how it can support your people here: https://www.optimahealth.co.uk/employee-assistance-programme/

21/07/2026

🔎 Back and neck pain, joint problems and other musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions can affect employees in every workplace.

As one of the leading causes of sickness absence, MSK issues can have a significant impact on both employees and organisations. But with the right support, employers can help prevent concerns from becoming longer-term problems and support people to stay healthy, productive and in work.

💡 In our latest blog, we share 7 practical ways organisations can better support MSK health, including:

• Creating a stronger focus on prevention
• Responding early when concerns are raised
• Considering mental wellbeing alongside physical health
• Using occupational health proactively and effectively

With many people facing long waits for treatment, early intervention, practical workplace adjustments and timely advice are more important than ever. The right support can help employees manage their condition, remain in work where appropriate, and recover with confidence.

Could your organisation be doing more to prevent MSK-related absence?

👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.optimahealth.co.uk/ways-to-reduce-msk-absence-at-work/

💻 Is sedentary work becoming one of the biggest workplace health risks? While many jobs still involve physical activity,...
15/07/2026

💻 Is sedentary work becoming one of the biggest workplace health risks?

While many jobs still involve physical activity, a growing number of employees - particularly in office, remote and hybrid roles - are spending much of their working day sitting down, with fewer natural opportunities to move.

This matters because prolonged sedentary behaviour has been linked to an increased risk of musculoskeletal disorders, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and poorer mental wellbeing.

The good news is that tackling sedentary work doesn’t require major organisational change. Simple measures such as walking meetings, encouraging movement during the working day, and building regular breaks into hybrid working routines can have a significant impact.

In our latest blog, we explore five simple ways employers can build more movement into the working day and support a preventative approach to employee health and wellbeing.

👉 Read the blog here: https://www.optimahealth.co.uk/five-ways-to-stop-sedentary-work-harming-employee-health/

💬 How is your organisation encouraging employees to move more during the working day?


13/07/2026

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08/07/2026

Supporting physical wellbeing isn't just good for employees, it's good for business too!

Healthy employees are more engaged, productive and less likely to take sickness absence. Yet the challenges in this area remain significant:

• Around 511,000 employees are affected by work-related musculoskeletal disorders each year
• Physical inactivity has been described by the Department of Health and Social Care as a "silent killer"
• Poor employee health is estimated to cost UK employers around £85 billion every year

The good news is that there are practical, achievable steps organisations can take. In our latest blog, we explore 9 ways to support physical wellbeing at work, covering:

✔️ Creating the right foundations
✔️ Taking a preventative approach
✔️ Encouraging healthy habits that benefit both people and performance

Read the blog here: https://www.optimahealth.co.uk/supporting-physical-wellbeing-at-work/

(Sources: GOV.UK, Health and Safety Executive)

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