As South Africa heads into flu season, businesses are being warned to prepare for a significant hit to productivity, with absenteeism alone costing the economy an estimated R19 billion each year[i]— but the true cost likely far higher.
New insights into workplace health trends show that flu-related illness contributes to approximately 4.5 million lost workdays…
Following an early surge in flu cases across the country, health officials are highlighting the role of good hand hygiene in protecting against infection this winter.
Observed annually on May 5, World Hand Hygiene Day underscores the critical role of handwashing in curbing the spread of infectious diseases, particularly during the colder months when illnesses…
The arrival of the winter flu season this year comes almost at the same time as an expected resurgence in coronavirus infections and prospects of a 'third wave'. It means personal responsibility for health and household hygiene is now more important than ever before.
“We saw last year a definite refocusing of efforts and attention…