4 ways to support women’s health at work

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As National Women’s Health Week begins, it’s a good time to revisit the ways in which your organization can encourage female employees to take care of their health. 

For many working women, finding the time to engage in health and wellness activities can feel next to impossible. While spending an hour exercising or in a meditation session may be out of reach on a regular basis, there are a number of smaller, less time-consuming ways for women to make their well-being a priority — all of which can be done during the workday. 

Opting for more ways to walk throughout the day can have a positive impact on circulation and mood. Instead of going to the break room or bathroom closest to your workspace, Morrow suggests seeking one out at the opposite end of the office or on a different floor (and taking the stairs to get there). A study conducted by Stanford University found that people who moved more frequently throughout their workday experienced 25% lower levels of stress than those who remained inactive during the same period.

Regardless of work setting, find ways to change up your arrangement. Morrow transitions between a standard desk with adjustable chair, saddle stool, an adjustable cart for standing work, and the couch.

Lee Hafner
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Lee joined the EBN team in 2022, and covers areas including caregiving, employee health and wellness, healthcare innovation, and company culture. She created EBN's popular Benefits in Action and … Read full bio


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