In today’s fast-paced world, most of us spend a significant amount of our time at work. However, many elements can take a toll on our bodies and affect our overall well-being. In this post, we will discuss the importance of workplace ergonomics and how you can maintain your well-being within the workplace. What is Workplace […]
Health Surveillance is important as it detects ill-health effects at an early stage, so employers can introduce better controls to prevent them getting worse. Some employees may need to take part in a health surveillance programme as part of their existing contract. It also provides data to help employers evaluate health risks. Below is a […]
Prioritising Employee Health as an Employer of Choice Executive Medicals – comprehensive health screening with Cognate Health As an employer, your people are a core capability, contributing to success within your organisation. Prioritising their physical and mental wellness brings mutual benefits. In an increasingly competitive landscape for talent and the focus on overall workplace wellbeing, your […]
We were delighted to welcome An Taoiseach Micheál Martin recently, to officially open our new state-of-the-art, sustainability led, Cognate Health Clinic in Ballintemple, Cork. The new clinic will enable us to further expand our progressive occupational health services and enhance the support we provide to employees in client companies. From the new Cork Clinic, we […]
Even before Covid-19, mental health was a serious issue for employee wellbeing while also greatly impacting absenteeism across businesses. The last two years has only accelerated the mental health crisis and, at a macro-level, greater aligned systems need to be put in place to address it. However, it is important to support and advise employees […]
Cognate Health is delighted to now offer aviation medicals, a specialist service that provides renewals and revalidations for pilots, cabin crew, air traffic control and flight service officers. This primary Cognate Health offering at the Elm Court clinic in Cork city will be led by Doctor Kieran Murphy. Doctor Murphy is a 330 […]
MARGARET KIRBY Policy makers, employers and occupational health and safety professionals need to prepare for the health impacts of long covid, which is affecting up to 1 in 10 people who have had Covid-19, is limiting employees’ ability to work and increasing absences. Long covid, or post-Covid 19 condition as it was recently named by […]
Cognate Health, the leading nationwide occupational health provider, has announced the appointment of Dr Shane Farrelly as its new Senior Medical Consultant in response to the company’s rapid growth. With over 30 years’ experience as an expert in international occupational medicine, Dr Farrelly will be responsible for providing health-related advice and expertise to clients navigating […]
After a long lockdown, the mood is rising in Ireland as restrictions are being lifted and Covid-19 vaccines are being rolled out. However, in order to reopen society safely, we are still going to need fast, reliable testing. As part of our Well at Work blog series, Dr Shane Farrelly, a Senior Consultant with Cognate […]
In the workplace, substance misuse is a challenging issue. As part of our Well at Work blog series, Cognate Health physician Dr Rozali Athanasaki discusses drug and alcohol misuse and what to know about workplace testing. MANAGING DRUG AND ALCOHOL MISUSE AT WORK Employees under the influence of alcohol or drugs pose a risk to […]