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Weight loss medicines at work: What employees and employers need to know
The rise of new weight loss medicines, such as Wegovy and Mounjaro, is changing how obesity is managed in the UK. But these treatments don’t just affect personal health – they can also impact workplace safety, performance, and wellbeing. Here’s what employers and employees need to know, and how occupational health can help.
Dr Lara Shemtob
10 hours ago4 min read


Dr Lara Shemtob Interviews Chief Medical Officer, Dr Andy Sproston
In our latest blog, Dr Lara Shemtob sits down with Dr Andy Sproston, Chief Medical Officer at Insight Workplace Health. From his early career ambitions in surgery to leading clinical strategy in occupational health, Dr Sproston shares insights on supporting health at work, developing future specialists, and the importance of leadership in a growing field.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Aug 193 min read


Gold Standards in Occupational Health Record Keeping
What rights do employees have when it comes to their occupational health records? From access requests and data correction to how disagreements with clinical opinions are handled, maintaining gold-standard OH records requires compliance with both GDPR and healthcare-specific ethical standards. Learn what best practice looks like in real-world scenarios.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Jun 92 min read


How Medical Ethical Principles Translate to Occupational Health Practice
Occupational health professionals apply the core medical ethical principles—autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice—to guide their practice. These principles help balance the needs of individuals and organisations, ensuring that health recommendations are ethically sound, confidential, and focused on preventing harm. Understanding these concepts can help employers and employees navigate complex workplace health decisions more confidently.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Jun 23 min read


Why Occupational Health Isn’t on Anyone’s Side - And Why That Matters
Occupational health isn’t on the side of the employer or the employee—it stands in the middle, offering balanced, evidence-based support when it matters most.
Dr Lara Shemtob
May 272 min read


Is your HR team ready for the upcoming welfare reforms?
With new government plans aiming to get more people with long-term ill health or disability into employmen t, the composition of...
Dr Lara Shemtob
May 83 min read


Welfare Reform, Workforce Change, and What Employers Need to Know
Wales has a population of around 3.2 million people . Of those, approximately 400,000 Â are receiving either Personal Independence Payment...
Dr Lara Shemtob
Apr 303 min read


How to create a return to work programme
Support your staff with a flexible, structured return to work programme that boosts wellbeing, productivity, and retention.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Apr 144 min read


Return to Work Strategies: Best Practices
Return to work meetings support employee health, manage absences, and ensure a smooth transition back to a productive work environment.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Apr 73 min read


Top five work and health tips for human resource management
Effective HR management balances clear processes, communication, and occupational health support to create a healthier workplace.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Mar 314 min read


Signs of Burnout at Work: What to Look Out For
Feeling exhausted, unmotivated, or cynical at work? These could be signs of burnout. Learn how to recognise and address it early.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Mar 243 min read


How to beat the Monday blues
Struggling with the Monday blues? Learn how work stress and sleep cycles impact mood, plus tips to boost motivation and energy for the week
Dr Lara Shemtob
Mar 173 min read


The Role of Occupational Health in Employee Wellbeing
Occupational Health supports employee wellbeing with evidence-based strategies, tackling stress, prevention, and workplace health.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Mar 103 min read


Cognitive issues at work
Cognitive issues at work affect performance, productivity & safety. Supportive workplaces & occupational health can help manage them.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Feb 104 min read


Careers in occupational health: Why this speciality stands out
Here, we’d like to share five key reasons why we think occupational health is such an interesting and fulfilling field to work in.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Feb 33 min read


Reassessment in occupational health
Reassessment in occupational health ensures advice evolves with changing work and health, promoting agility and workforce well-being.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Jan 232 min read


Tribunal Takeaways #1: Mrs S Bradley v The Royal Mint Ltd
"Can an employee rescind their resignation if health issues impacted their decision? Learn from Bradley v The Royal Mint's tribunal case.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Jan 153 min read


How much does a formal diagnosis matter when concerned about work and health?
Discover how employers can support staff without diagnoses, meet legal duties, and focus on function for a healthy, inclusive workplace
Dr Lara Shemtob
Dec 6, 20243 min read


Neurodiversity at work: Understanding ADHD in the workplace
ADHD is increasingly recognised in adults. Explore its workplace impact and how to support neurodiverse employees. By Dr. Lara Shemtob.
Dr Lara Shemtob
Nov 25, 20244 min read


Ergonomics in Education: Everything You Need to Know
Awareness of the benefits of proper ergonomic setups  has grown across many workplaces. In industries like technology, both employees and...
Dr Lara Shemtob
Nov 8, 20244 min read
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