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What is health and safety?
The work environment includes the physical, psychological and social environments that together create...
Strengthen the work community after the summer break
Summer vacation is over, which means everyone is back with new energy and enthusiasm.
Back again - set the office environment after the summer break
Summer vacation has provided an opportunity to unplug, recharge the batteries and relax.
Fun summer activities for a better working community
Summer is the perfect time to get out and enjoy the good weather with friends and family.
Time for mindfulness - take advantage of the office's calm pace this summer
Summer often brings a slower pace in the workplace - many of our colleagues are ...
Work-life balance during the summer holidays - take time off when you're off
It's July, and if you haven't already pulled the plug on work, vacation awaits...
Summer break or summer training at work?
As the holiday spirit spreads, it can be tempting to also let the physical acts of...
Well-being at work
No leadership without followership. That's why you need to take good care of your employees and ...
New sleep guidelines
Sleep and health go hand in hand - and yet sleep is something many people take for granted.
How many steps before it counts?
Pedometers and activity trackers have become very popular in our efforts to...
Are you clocking out? Take time off when you're off
When the workday ends, it can be hard to shift your focus from work to leisure...
A healthier Easter: Tips and tricks
Easter is just around the corner and it's filled with joy, traditions and, of course,...
Together for health: Exercise in the workplace
In a busy workday, it can be difficult to find the time and motivation to be a...
Create a smoke-free workplace
A smoke-free workplace is not only good for the health of the individual employee, but ...
Quitting smoking: It's never too late
It should come as no surprise, but smoking is very unhealthy! In fact, r...
Keep your employees active this spring
The cold and frosty days of winter are finally behind us. With the arrival of spring...
Get your workplace ready for spring - ergonomic tips for the bright times
Spring is on its way and it's the perfect time to give your workplace a refresh.
Neck and shoulder pain - avoid pain at work
We've all been there; maybe you've been sitting at your desk for too long, been...
Mental breaks: The path to increased productivity in the workplace?
When talking about health in the workplace, it's crucial to recognize the importance of...
Heart rate - not just for fitness enthusiasts
When fitness is mentioned, terms like "fitness level" or "VO2 max" often come up - primarily...
5 crucial risk factors that CAN be prevented
What if the key to a longer life and better health could lie in 5 factors that...
Cake and snacks at work - small changes, big effects
In many workplaces, snacks and cakes are a welcome break from the workday...
Radiant Health: Discover the importance of vitamin D
A little overlooked, but potentially very important factor in our overall health...
Boost your everyday life with the ABC Method: Recognized method to become happier in everyday life
We've all heard about the importance of exercise, healthy eating and not smoking in order to...
Motivate your employees to be physically active
Health and well-being are important factors in the workplace, and they are essential...
Walk your way to a healthier workplace
"Limit the time you spend sitting still". That's one of the recommendations for physical a...
Measuring workplace health and safety: The importance of data and analytics
The work environment is an essential part of the success of any business. It affects the...
Are you on board with the SWOLE model when it comes to workplace health?
Based on almost 150 scientific articles, Professor Lars Andersen from NFA has identified...
Good health screening - the foundation for success
If the composition of the employees in your workplace is even slightly similar to your...
The workplace is perhaps the most obvious place to prevent lifestyle diseases
The Danish healthcare system is under pressure in terms of finances and staff, and there is a need for...
Technology and health in the workplace
In the modern workplace, health and well-being are no longer just buzzwords, but...
Coffee and health - is coffee healthy?
In Denmark, we like coffee and we're actually the fourth most coffee-drinking country in the world.
The 3 S's - Sleep, Stress and Health
In a busy life, where stress can often creep in, sleep can play an important role...
How to help employees thrive - both on and off the job
In a busy world filled with work commitments and personal responsibilities, finding the right...
Preventive health check: Identify risks and improve wellbeing
Are you one of those people who rarely go to the doctor? Even if you actually have a few things ...
Guide: Does my company need a wellbeing survey?
How are your employees doing? Are they happy and well? There are several reasons...
Preventive health: How to reduce sickness absence in the workplace
Sickness absence in the workplace can have significant costs for both employees and...
9 strategies to promote health and well-being in the workplace
Health and well-being promotion in the workplace can be a key factor in...
How to prevent musculoskeletal problems in office workers
In today's modern work environment, many of us spend a large part of our working...
How do you retain your seniors in the workplace?
Denmark is facing a challenge in the form of a long-term labor shortage. A w...
Physical activity in the workplace: How to integrate it into everyday life
Many of us spend a large part of our working hours sitting down, and it can be hard to...
Training during working hours can reduce long-term sickness absence
- and it doesn't have to be difficult
It might seem a bit overwhelming...
Mental health in the workplace: How to support your employees
Mental health plays a crucial role in wellbeing and productivity in the workplace.
Can you prevent diseases by cutting down on meat?
Diet and exercise habits have a significant impact on the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Create a healthy work environment: How to prevent stress in the workplace
A healthy work environment is essential for employee wellbeing and productivity. St...
The Danish Health Authority has updated their recommendations on physical activity!
"Physical activity promotes mental health and well-being, reduces loss of cognitive function and...
5 activities that create mindfulness in motion
Mindfulness is a form of therapy that is about being present in the moment and disregarding...
Executive order on psychological work environment - what does the law say?
A good psychological work environment is essential for well-being in the workplace....
Happy employees - happy workplaces
When employees experience job satisfaction, it makes a big difference in their motivation to ...
What are the benefits of exercise during working hours?
More and more companies in Denmark are starting to implement exercise in the workplace...
Is 30 minutes of exercise a day enough?
Staying physically active is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your health.
Exercise at work
Read our 10 tips for the successful integration of fitness rooms in the workplace...
5 workplace health myths
In the workplace, there are many health myths that can have a big impact...
How does it pay to promote health at work?
Healthy employees who are happy and thrive at work are perceived to have greater control over their...
Help - how do I tell my manager about my stress?
Stress is a common condition that many people experience at times in their daily lives.
How can you use your premises to promote health in the workplace?
The workplace is one of the places where we spend most of our time in every day.
Bodyage test - know your body age
What is a bodyage?
Are you familiar with your biological age, or have you ever...
Give your employees a boost in everyday life with company fitness
There has been an increased focus on health at work. Despite the fact that most of us...
5 tips for achieving mental health in self-employment
Mental health is a focal point in all Danish companies. If you work in a large...
Mindfulness in the workplace - why is it important?
Over time, there has been a strong focus on the working environment, including the physical ...
How to make your work habits more effective at work
It is important for employees to thrive in the workplace, as it contributes to efficient and effective...
Remember to take breaks at work
Taking breaks at work is important for both physical and mental health. Lan...
Remember to drink water at work!
Do you sometimes ask yourself, "did I even drink water today?" or k...
How walking during work hours improves wellbeing
Well-being and health at work are more important than ever before. In the last ...
Why should you cycle to work?
Do you want to keep fit while saving money and taking care of the environment?
Back to work after a long vacation? Here's how to get back safely.
The time back at work after a long summer vacation can be harder to manage...
What is an annual health check?
An annual health check is a routine check-up where employees undergo a series of tests to assess their...
Is your manager aware of employees' mental health?
Mental health is an important factor for well-being and productivity at work....
5 tips for creating a work culture where everyone thrives
What is good work culture? And more importantly, how do you create a good work...
Physical working environment? How can you prevent work-related injuries?
The definition of a work-related injury is any injury or illness caused by...
Why health and well-being matters in the construction sector
Employee health and well-being is important in the workplace, but is also a topic of discussion...
Why mental health must be a management priority
Mental health has become a key issue in many workplaces in the context of ...
Has your company carried out an APV this year?
APV is an abbreviation for Workplace Assessment, which is a tool designed to help...
Strengthen community and well-being with team building
A good community in the workplace is important to build and strengthen along the way...
Why is an APV important?
The law says that all companies with employees must prepare a workplace assessment...
How your employees recover well after a long-term illness
We know from studies that many people have been or are affected by a long-term illness,...
5 mental signs that it's time to change jobs
Studies show that the average Dane stays in the same workplace for about ...
6 tips to avoid high blood pressure
It is estimated that between 20-25% of the adult population has high blood pressure, and...
Prevent stress at work - teach your employees to say no
Most people in the labor market have probably experienced some kind of pressure or stress in various...
The importance of young people's well-being in their first job
In today's Denmark, a kind of achievement culture has emerged among young people. Ma...
Do you remember to praise and recognize your employees?
When you ask about well-being at work among employees, it is often when...
Long working day? How to stay healthy and productive
If you have a desire for a healthier lifestyle, it may be a good idea to focus on getting more ...
Do you work in the craft sector? Get your health profile in order
There is no doubt that craftsmen's work is very hard on the body. They...
Reduce sick days among your employees with a PSP
It is important to focus on the health of employees in a company, as the health of employees is a...
Do your managers prevent abusive behavior in the workplace?
Harassment is an umbrella term for bullying, sexual harassment (sexual harassment), sexual harassment...
5 tips for better employee health and well-being
Over time, the development and modernization of our society has brought with it a number of challenges.
Economic benefits of health profile
The health and well-being of employees is something that should be high on the agenda for a...
How a health profile motivates your employees
There are many benefits that come with having a health profile of your employees.
How can you prevent long-term sick leave?
Long-term sick leave comes at a cost for both the employee and the company. It is t...
Why is health at work important?
When Health Group's consultants visit Danish companies and advise management...
What are the requirements for an APV?
All companies with employees must carry out a workplace assessment (APV).
Where...
Preventive action to promote health and attract workers
Preventive action to promote health and attract workers, as well as to keep the...
How do you motivate your employees to adopt a healthier lifestyle?
In many organizations, whether or not to interfere can be a sensitive issue...
How do you prepare for a visit from a health and safety inspectorate?
Arbejdstilsynet can visit you both announced and unannounced
In the case of an unannounced visit, the...
What are your managers doing to enhance well-being at work?
Well-being at work is a measure of whether the individual employee's overall well-being is...
Health checks and personal health profile of night workers
Take extra care of your night workers
In many industries, night work is a basic condition...
What is a personal health profile?
A personal health profile, or health check as it is often referred to colloquially,...
Mental well-being
Create healthy mental habits and avoid stress
Stress has become a 'public health issue' and as a result, it...
How to adjust your office chair and height-adjustable desk correctly
When adjusting your office chair correctly, first of all, you need to pay attention to the...
How to overcome lower back and neck pain
To overcome your pain, you will need to consider how the pain originated and how it is...
Corporate massage at the workplace
Do your employees need more energy and energy in their daily work? Then a flexible and...
It's time to cultivate the hybrid culture
Written by Jesper Ridel, Director, LEAPFORWARD
Hybrid work offers unique opportunities...
Exercise - getting started
Exercising means having more energy and energy in your everyday life, that ...
How to take care of your eyes when working with screens
Working with screens
Screen work has become an inevitable part of many people's work....
Low back pain - What can you do?
Most people know it! Sudden lower back pain that can feel paralyzing to any ...
Neck stiffness and neck pain
Hold your neck!
Ouch! A sudden jolt of pain every time you try to turn your head...
How should you sleep to avoid sleep-related problems?
Make healthy sleep a priority
Sleep is essential for you to function and for your health...
Symptoms of stress
Stress during working hours is a major problem in many Danish workplaces and something ...
Mouse arm - prevention and treatment
What is mouse arm?
Mouse arm is a broad term for the congestion that can occur in mice...
Exercises for the office
Office exercises
Ergonomic exercises for the office are a topic of growing interest...
Poor working environment?
Investing in a good working environment pays off
The workplace is a place where...
Indoor climate in the office
You might not notice it... Not until you get out in the fresh air, and...
Here are 10 tips for a better night's sleep
Sleep well!
A good night's sleep is as crucial to our well-being as a good night's sleep.
10 tips for working from home
The home office
Ideally, you should choose a place that can be your "permanent" workplace...
Health check - a tool for a healthier company
Everyday life can be hectic and you don't always remember to pay attention to ...
Is sedentary work really unhealthy?
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Is weight loss or exercise the healthiest solution to obesity?
New study suggests that exercise is better for health than weight loss...
Brain researcher: "The brain is perhaps the organ that is strengthened the most by exercise"
People who are physically active on a regular basis can halve their risk of Alzheimer's disease...
Smaller packages and portions will make it easier for Danes to maintain their weight
Packages and portions of food and beverages have been growing over the last 30-40 years....
New WHO recommendations on physical activity
For the first time in 10 years, WHO has updated its guidance for children and adults' physical activity...
Whistleblowing scheme for companies & organizations
With the TrustCulture whistleblowing scheme, you get a professional reporting system...
Cycling is healthier than previously thought
New calculations show that the health benefits of cycling are higher than previously thought.
Healthy lifestyle halves risk of dementia
Healthy cardiovascular lifestyle almost halves the risk of age-related dementia...
SafeACTiVE study - preliminary results show extremely low levels of Covid-19 risk in fitness centers
EuropeActive, the leading voice and non-profit association for the European fitnes...
Fitness centers have so far avoided major spread of infection after reopening
The fitness industry was early to develop a common set of rules for infection-proof...
Increased work from home - increased risk of pain and wear and tear?
Many people are now getting used to working from home. The corona situation...
Lifestyle is more important for life expectancy than attrition
Early retirement should correct life expectancy inequalities, says government. But it is smoking...
Researchers call for mandatory physical exercise during working hours
Too many hours of sedentary or monotonous work puts us out of balance.
Training during working hours - the new black?
Danish adults spend many hours of their waking hours in the workplace, and changes in the...
Nicklas gives Olympic winner and Tour de France hero a run for his money from his basement
Nicklas Amdi Pedersen has put his iron horse in the basement and become one of the world's best...
Meeting room used for mindfulness: Focus on the present moment to reduce accidents at work
At the production company Gyproc in Kalundborg, they use mindfulness in the hope of ...
Get fresh air while exercising
There are many opportunities to get your body moving outdoors. In particular, it is something that ...
Prevention to reduce inequality
Prevention: Multidisease will be one of the biggest challenges for healthcare...
Bigger smiles and less sickness - more people should exercise at work
Ball games, walking or gymnastics. The staff from the Center for Disability in Lolland K...
Standing up for health and safety at work
Municipalities must take the lead in encouraging more companies to introduce exercise in the workplace...
Is it hunger or emotion?
Stress, emotions and habits make us reach for snacks. Then you quickly eat...
Want to be happier this year? Mental health experts share their resolutions for a less-divisive, healthier 2020
17 therapists share their New Year's resolutions - and how they'll make them stick...
New Year's resolutions you can actually keep
How do you keep your New Year's resolution?
Here we are in the new year and we've made our...
Promoting mental health at work does not have to be difficult
Who is responsible for the mental health of employees? And what do you do as an employer?
30 minutes of exercise, but sedentary for the rest of the day
Is it okay if you live up to the Danish Health Authority's recommendation to be physically...
Walking during the working day - 3 ways to do it
A brisk walk is a great form of exercise and is something most colleagues can share...
Blood clots in 'healthy' hearts are mainly caused by burnout
Vital exhaustion is the most common cause of blood clots in healthy men and the second most common cause...
Hillerød is the first municipality to introduce exercise during working hours
As we start into the new year, all municipal workplaces in Hillerød municipality will...
Happy employees - happy workplaces
When employees experience job satisfaction, it makes a big difference to their motivation to work.
Two minutes of daily stretching reduces neck and shoulder pain
Two minutes of daily exercise with rubber bands. That's all it takes to reduce the size of your...
Two out of three office workers have physical pain at work
Office workers feel forgotten in the retirement age debate.
It's far from just people who...
Big gains from offering exercise during working hours
It is not only in office workplaces that employees exercise during working hours...
Physical activity when you don't really want to do sport
There are many good excuses for not exercising. Some of the popular excuses include...
Employees get paid to sweat: can pay back several times over
Esbjerg Airport has been successful in allowing employees to play sports during working hours...
Replace sitting time with physical activity and take care of your heart
We spend a large part of our waking hours sitting, but sitting down for many ...
Mental ill health at work
Both what happens in your private life and the stresses and strains you experience at work can cause...
Workplace attrition - it can be prevented
Changing health challenges in the work environment
The health challenges ...
Sick but healthy
You can be healthy without being healthy. Or be sick but still be healthy...
Even a few minutes' exercise is good for you, new guidelines state
Activities such as sprinting up stairs are positive for health, says UK chief medi...
The impact of sleep on your working life
Everyone knows what it's like. You haven't slept properly and then the working day just seems...
Exercise makes you happier than money, according to Yale and Oxford research
Researchers at Yale and Oxford say exercise is more important to your mental he...
When the workplace makes decisions on behalf of your health
As you spend a large part of your time in the workplace, your work helps to...
Exercise and heart disease
If you have a stressful life and can't find the time or motivation to eat healthily,...
Checklist: Health at work
Sedentary and repetitive work, unhealthy lunches and misaligned office chairs...
Health myths #4
There is a lot of research on health and we are getting smarter and smarter about it. And ...
"it is irresponsible that attrition is perceived as a biological necessity", Bente Klarlund
Physical education can prevent early deterioration of the body
Everyone talks about n...
Health myths #3
In this article, we discuss whether it's true that you shouldn't eat before bed...
Exercise and diet can be particularly important for night workers
Just one night without sleep can lead to increased breakdown of muscle tissue and build-up of...
Health myths #2
Health has become a topic that more and more people are starting to engage with in the...
Health myths #1
It can be difficult to find your way around all the myths about health. You often hear about what...
Majority in favour of compulsory training during working hours
Danes are positive about exercising during working hours, according to a new Wilke survey for Av...
Get more energy and do something good for your health
Get more energy
For many people, getting off the couch to go to the gym takes a...
Employees get paid to exercise
The IT company Chili Security in Odense has introduced compulsory exercise during working hours....
A new project investigates whether mentally vulnerable citizens benefit from prescription exercise instead of prescription medication
East Jutland: A new EU project, which will run from March 1 this year for the next three years, has...
Nudging - a nudge in the right direction
Our bodies are designed to move. Unfortunately, it usually doesn't get the chance to do so in t...
6 steps - how to develop a workplace health promotion plan
Developing and implementing a workplace health strategy requires a willingness to...
Health promotion pays off
Health promotion pays off
Investing in health promotion at work pays off...
Monthly calendar with 12 challenges for the office
Pain and stiffness in muscles and joints is something people struggle with, especially those who have...
Healthy workplace culture
Workplace culture is often entrenched and it can be difficult to change it.
Getting to the finish line
It's about making conscious choices in everyday life. Many sports psychologists...
What can we do for your workplace?
The Health Group specializes in promoting health in the workplace. It does...
4 messages on health promotion in companies
Workplace health initiatives benefit everyone - society, businesses and individuals - and...
Motivation
Motivation is crucial to getting started on whatever we want to do. Most people...
Health at work - how?
What exactly is health? Is it good blood counts or having been at work for...
6 good reasons to work up a sweat at work
Many people have an inactive and stressful life, where everything revolves around deadlines and...
Verification Statement with GDPR
Personal data protection and data security is a top priority for Health G...
15% increase in productivity with exercise at work
Are you drowning in work? Maybe you should take a break and get going. New research ...
Novopan Wood industry
Novopan Træindustri, together with Health Group, has launched an ambitious and exciting...
Novo Nordisk has success with health program
Seven years after the introduction of the health check offer for Novo Nordisk employees, the...
Why Yoga is so popular?
Yoga and meditation is one of the world's oldest systems for balancing the body and mind.
Work culture and exercise - a thesis from the University of Copenhagen
Small efforts yield big effects
Numerous studies have established the physio...
Work culture essential to get the full impact of Continuing Physical Education
Physical continuing education is a concept developed by Professor Dr. med Bente Klarlund ...
Launch of a major health scheme at the Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS)
GEUS has put their overall health scheme for their 550 employees out to competition...
Health Group has received AAA rating from Dun & Bradstreet
Health Group has come in good company with Dun & Bradstreet's AAA rating, which is a...
Composite health strategy in Dan-Foam with impact
Dan-Foam ApS consists of a production unit and an office unit. At the factory we produce...