Global specialist in health and safety risk management services, International SOS publishes a new report on global health and health issues. This document highlights developments in global health security that will directly impact businesses and shape health risk management in the months to come.
“We are observing a rapid evolution of health risks, which requires organizations to adopt a more holistic approach to health management, explains Doctor Philippe Guibert, global medical director of International SOS. Our recommendations aim to provide organizations with the keys to better anticipate, protect their employees and strengthen their resilience in the face of these health challenges. » The proliferation of infectious diseases thus represents a major financing and resilience challenge for businesses, who must face the resurgence of diseases such as malaria, tuberculosis and HIV, largely due to the decline in some international funding. otherwise, emerging epidemics (Marburg, Ebola, dengue) require increased vigilance for mobile employees. The evolution of non-communicable diseases (MNT) a, as for her, a direct impact on productivity. The progression of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and cancers thus represent challenges for health systems, but also for businesses, who notice an increase in absenteeism and a decline in employee engagement. The report highlights that only 4% of those surveyed say they are fully fulfilled in their work, highlighting an urgent need for initiatives to promote health and well-being at work.
Climate change, women's health, neurodiversity
Climate change is another source of risks for employee health. Heat waves, air pollution and the spread of vector-borne diseases affect the health of employees and make business travel more complex. Some companies are already taking action, such as adapting working hours during periods of high heat or limiting travel in heavily polluted areas. Finally, it appears that women's health and neurodiversity in business are performance factors. The report highlights the lack of support for women in their professional careers, with specific issues related to mental health and physiological challenges (menopause, endometriosis, etc.). Taking neurodiversity into account also becomes a performance lever : companies that adapt their work environments to neuroatypical profiles promote inclusion and innovation.
A group founded by French people
Founded in 1985 by Arnaud Vaissié and Doctor Pascal Rey-Herme, the International SOS group has set itself the mission, besides saving lives, to protect company employees from health and safety risks all over the world. The group, whose head offices are located in London and Singapore, trusted by more than 9,000 organizations, including the majority of Fortune 500 companies, as well as medium-sized companies, governments, educational institutions and NGOs. It employs 12,000 multicultural experts in healthcare fields, security and logistics.
