How Full Body Health Screenings at the Workplace Can Detect Early Health Issues

The health of employees is vital to the success of a business, and it's something all employers should prioritise. Sometimes, health issues in employees go undetected, only to increase without even realising it. This can lead to reduced productivity, lack of focus, absenteeism, and ultimately cost a business. Many companies in Ireland choose to implement full body health screenings - to assess employee health and detect and prevent any issues early on. At Precision Health, we are workplace health and wellbeing experts in Ireland, we offer full body health screenings to businesses across the country. In this post we share the importance of full body health screenings, their benefits, and how they can help detect early health issues within the workplace.

What is a Full Body Health Screening?

A full body health screening is a range of tests that can be offered to employees at the workplace. At Precision Health, we offer executive screens, which consist of a comprehensive range of blood tests, physical examinations, and mole checks. We also provide a number of other screenings, including for cardiovascular risk, diabetes, skin cancer and STI checks. Typically, for full body health screenings, a qualified medical professional will visit the workplace to carry the tests. A comprehensive full body health screening provides a detailed overview of an employee's overall health, which can be valuable to understand any potential issues.

Why Implement Full Body Health Screenings in the Workplace?

More companies are now implementing full body health screenings as part of their employee wellbeing programmes. Companies are recognising the value of providing these types of wellbeing services to their employees, and the many benefits that come with them. There are a number of reasons why companies should introduce health screenings in the workplace:

• Easier Access to Health Services: Offering health screenings at the workplace eliminates the need for employees to schedule appointments outside of work hours. This can often be a barrier to employees getting health checks, so by offering them at work, makes it easier for employees to participate.

• Added Benefit for Employees: Providing health screenings as part of an employee benefits package is an added perk for staff. It shows that the company cares about its employees' health and well being, which can lead to increased job satisfaction and long-term loyalty.

• Proactive Health Management: By implementing health screenings, companies demonstrate a commitment to proactive health management. This helps detect health issues before they become major problems, which can also reduce absenteeism and improve overall employee health.

Why Health Screenings Help Identify Health Issues

Many businesses implement full body health screenings to catch health issues early on, helping to identify potential issues before they become severe, leading to better health outcomes and preventing more serious problems. Below are a some key reasons why health screenings are so effective at detecting health issues early:

Preventative Care

Regular screenings help identify risk factors or early stage health issues that might otherwise go unnoticed until they develop into more serious problems. Many employees neglect their own health, especially when they are busy with work and don’t have much time to focus on it. This can lead to conditions becoming worse over time. Offering health screenings at the workplace can remove this barrier, ensuring employees have the opportunity to detect any issues early, which can prevent them from becoming more severe.

Early Intervention

Catching conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes early allows employees to make lifestyle changes or start medication before their condition worsens. This can hugely benefit employees’ overall quality of life, both inside and outside of work. Early intervention also helps employees take control of their health, enabling them to manage conditions effectively, and reducing the risk of needing long term medical treatment or suffering from complications down the line.

Improved Health Outcomes 

Early detection allows employees to address health issues sooner, improving long term health and reducing the risk of more serious, long term conditions. Screenings can uncover issues they might not have known about. This proactive approach can provide peace of mind that any underlying health conditions are being addressed before they impact their work or personal life in a significant way.

Schedule Full Body Health Screenings with Precision Health

To implement full body health screenings for employees in Ireland to detect and prevent health problems from escalating, contact Precision Health. We partner with businesses of all sizes across Ireland to offer a range of corporate wellness services, and we’ve successfully delivered over 25,000 health screenings to employees across the country since we began.

We offer a range of full body health screenings that can be implemented at the workplace, including comprehensive executive screening or cardiovascular, diabetes, skin cancer, or vision screenings. We work closely with Irish companies to develop a full body health screening plan that is tailored to their specific needs.

Want to learn more about our full body health screenings at Precision Health? Contact us today by filling out our online contact form, or call us directly on +3531 910 4024.