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Please click here to view the article titled ‘State’s workers sicker than they think’ published by The Age on Friday 30 October 2009.  Nabenet Health is an Endorsed Service Provider for WorkHealth and has been performing worker health checks across Victoria since August 2009.  Nabenet Health’s data reflects the concerning trends discussed in the article.  We encourage Victorian employers to take up the opportunity and be a part of the WorkHealth initiative.  By conducting worker health checks at the workplace employees are able to detect preventable illnesses.

If you would like to find out how to apply for worker health checks please contact Katie Riches (ph: 03 9819 2377 or katieriches@nabenet.com.au).

Claire Nichol, Director Nabenet Health, presented at the seminar titled ‘Building a health and wellbeing program for your small business’ as part of Work Safe Week 2009.

As an Endorsed Service Provider for the WorkHealth initiative, Nabenet Health is experienced in performing health checks and implementing health programs within small businesses.  Claire gave an insight to the benefits for the employees and employer in developing a health program within the organisation, as well as identifying the challenges which exist for small businesses.

If you would like further information about the presentation please do not hesitate to contact Katie Riches (ph: 03 9819 2377 or katieriches@nabenet.com.au).

The Annual National Union of Workers Delegates’ Conference was held at Flemington Racecourse on 21 October 2009.

Nabenet Health was in in attendance to promote the WorkHealth initiative.  Many of the 600 Delegates showed great interest in the program and are keen to be involved.

For more information about the event or to find out how your company can apply for worker health checks under the WorkHealth initiative please contact Katie Riches (ph: 03 9819 2377 or katieriches@nabenet.com.au).

Nabenet and Nabenet Health have recently formed an alignment with Winners, a specialist recruitment agency that undertakes general management, middle management to senior level recruitment, executive search, sales force strategy and development.  Winners operate nationally offering a range of positions to candidates seeking opportunities in General Management, Sales, Marketing, Healthcare, Financial Services, Administration and Education.

To learn more about Winners please visit www.winners-exec.com.au or call (03) 8823 5700.

A “meta-evaluation” of 56 studies published 1982-2005 found that worksite health promotion produced on average a decrease of 26.8% in sick leave absenteeism, a decrease of 26.1% in health costs, a decrease of 32% in workers compensation costs and disability management claims costs, and a cost-benefit ratio of 5.81.

Source:  Chapman LS. Meta-evaluation of worksite health promotion economic return studies: 2005 update.  Am J Health Promot 2005 Jul-Aug;19(6):1-11

The National Preventative Health Strategy, developed by the National Preventative Health Taskforce, provides a blueprint for tackling chronic diseases caused by obesity, tobacco and excessive consumption of alcohol.  The recommendations of the Strategy are directed at primary prevention and targets have been set in regards to reducing obesity, tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption.  The targets align with those set by the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) for the National Partnership on Preventative Health and the National Health Care Agreement.

Nabenet Health strongly support the National Preventative Health Strategy and as an Endorsed Service Provider for the WorkHealth initiative are currently assisting in the detection and prevention of chronic disease across Victoria.

For more information about the National Preventative Health Strategy visit www.preventativehealth.org.au.

Friday 2 October 2009 is National Walk to Work Day.  Walking to work is a great way to exercise and boost your energy, leaving you refreshed and ready for the day ahead.

Nabenet Health can help your organisation initiate a walking club or a one off walking event to increase productivity in the workplace as well as creating a social activity for employees to enjoy.

If you would like further information about walking clubs or any other health and wellbeing services Nabenet Health offer please contact Katie Riches (03 9819 2377).

WorkSafe Week is being held from 26 – 30 October 2009 and it’s the perfect opportunity for you to provide the latest information on health and safety in your workplace.

Have you considered the following ideas for WorkSafe week?

• educational seminars
• presentations
• breakfasts
• workplace expo
• panel discussions

If you would like Nabenet or Nabenet Health to present at your workplace as part of WorkSafe week please contact Katie Riches (katieriches@nabenet.com.au) or (03) 9819 2377.

Nabenet Health is pleased to announce that they are now a member of the Geelong Chamber of Commerce.

Nabenet Health has an office in Garden Street, Geelong and as an Endorsed Service Provider for the WorkHealth Initiative in the Barwon South West region, will be delivering health checks to businesses in Geelong.

If you would like Nabenet Health to perform health checks in your organisation please contact Peter Murphy on 1300 662 636.

Nabenet Health has been successful in becoming an Endorsed Service Provider (ESP) for WorkHealth as part of the worker health check initiative due to commence on 3 August 2009 across metropolitan Melbourne and Geelong. This exciting program addresses preventable diseases such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease through the provision of worker health checks and is available to 2.6 million Victorian workers. More information and frequently asked questions regarding the WorkHealth program can be found on their website www.workhealth.vic.gov.au. If you would like worker health checks to occur at your workplace, an application form is available here. To select Nabenet Health as your service provider, complete the application form including Nabenet Health’s Identification Number 1015.

The Nabenet Health team can answer any questions you may have regarding this initiative. We can be contacted on (03) 9819 2377.