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Sick employees cost UK economy £241 billion yearly

Sick employees cost UK economy £241 billion yearly

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Poor health among workers is costing the UK economy an estimated £241 billion each year, which is about 8% of the country's GDP. This financial loss is made worse by employees coming to work while unwell, unable to perform at their best. The research also points to challenge posed by employees with a high mental health wellbeing risk impacting productivity due to being less focused at work.

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