Harvard Center for Work, Health, and Well-being

Strong leadership drives impact in health care. Harvard’s Health Care Leadership for Emerging Executives equips rising leaders with skills in meta-leadership, conflict resolution, and negotiation to influence change and navigate complexity Learn More: bit.ly/3Y5zWpj

Concerns about time off, cost, and confidentiality interfered with mental health care-seeking among U.S. health care providers in 2022–2023. Supportive supervisors help reduce the effect of work stressors on mental health: bit.ly/40knfZU

🔥 EH experts share tips to protect yourself from wildfire smoke:🔥 🏠 Stay indoors whenever possible, close windows, and use HEPA air purifiers. 😷 Wear N95 masks to reduce particle exposure when outside. Learn more from our recent panel: loom.ly/de6fB1E

Join us on Friday, 1/17, from 1:30 pm for our annual #PilotProject symposium and learn about the latest emerging #research topics in #occupational #safety and #health. Register here for the Zoom link: hsph.harvard.edu/environmental-…

Early symptoms of hypothermia: shivering, fatigue, loss of coordination, confusion, disorientation. Find tips to stay safe while working in cold this winter: bit.ly/4ghj1bB

The winter months can be difficult. Less daylight can contribute to depression and other mental health issues. These Total Worker Health resources can help your employees’ who may be struggling: bit.ly/4eyvrvx

Start the New Year off right by making your mental health a priority! Use these Total Worker Health principles: bit.ly/4eyvrvx

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❄️ How cold is too cold? Get tips on protecting outdoor workers in the winter: bit.ly/3OEtq5H

The holidays may be a difficult time for many people. Help your workers who may be struggling this holiday season. Use these Total Worker Health strategies: bit.ly/4eyvrvx

Don't miss our last #GrandRounds seminar of 2024! On Friday, 12/13, 1:10–1:50 pm, we will discuss the physiological effects of shift work on circadian rhythms and #SleepQuality and interventions for improving sleep hygiene. Register here for the Zoom link: harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6P…

Healthcare personnel are exposed to a variety of respiratory hazards on the job. Protect those who protect us. Learn about proper selection and use of respiratory protection in our new fact sheet: bit.ly/3B3QU0F

Excited to see this Center publication in the American Journal of Public Health -- Engaging Low-Wage Workers in Health and Well-being Survey Research: Strategies from 5 Occupational Studies. ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/abs/10.210… #TotalWorkerHealth #wellbeing

Happening now! It's not too late to attend virtually, see our Co-Directors at 2:10 pm ET. Register here: lnkd.in/dRBiKPY7

Are you prepared for the time change this weekend? The time change creates a higher risk for injuries at work. Use these tips to keep your workers safe: bit.ly/2Z8zT2J

Work plays a significant role in workers’ mental health. Employers have a unique opportunity to invest in workers’ mental health and well-being. On #WorldMentalHealthDay, commit to investing in your workers’ mental health: bit.ly/4eyvrvx

Just announced - The NIOSH Center for Firefighter Safety, Health, and Well-Being. The new Center will provide a central point for NIOSH research on firefighters and build on NIOSH expertise on top safety and health issues in the fire service. Learn more: bit.ly/3BIL7gV

People in certain occupations are at an increased risk for suicide. The workplace is an important potential intervention site. Learn how employers can advance the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention: bit.ly/3BhPAqK #SPM24

We're excited for this upcoming webinar with Center Co-Director @ErikaSabbath, this Thursday at 1:00 on Zoom. Don't forget to register!

Register now for this webinar with Center Co-Director @ErikaSabbath next Thursday September 26th!