Understanding Immunizations in the Workplace: Host an Onsite Vaccination Clinic This Flu Season!

As economic issues continue to force businesses to adapt to meet current conditions, how can companies continue to place an importance on employee well-being while positively impacting the bottom line? Take a look at how immunizations can support your organization!

Can presenteeism really make much difference in a business? Presenteeism is classified as lost productivity when a sick employee reports to work and is unable to function to their full capacity. The American Productivity Audit calculated that the total cost of presenteeism in the Unites States is more than $150 billion per year. Additionally, per a study conducted at the University of Arizona, when a sick employee reports to work, in as little as 4 hours they can spread their disease to 50% of the surfaces and other employees. On the other hand, absenteeism (which can be caused by illness and doctor visits) also has a steep cost to employers, as much as $84 billion per year??According to the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index.

So, as workforces continue to return to the physical workplace, an important question arises, “how do we stay healthy at work?

How do employers avoid the billions lost per year due to presenteeism and absenteeism? Of course, encouraging those with symptoms to stay home is always the best option but that only helps to tackle presenteeism. What happens when those with symptoms still come to work? Giving immune systems a “boost” by getting vaccinated not only decreases absenteeism by limiting the chances of getting certain diseases, but also protects employees from presenteeism by helping to lessen the spread of disease, which in turn reduces organizational costs and absences.??

What are the options when it comes to workplace immunizations? Host a workplace immunization clinic! The benefits of a vaccinated workforce can be seen by both employers and employees. Employers can see an increase in productivity leading to an increased profit and a decrease in costs from employees missing work and, equally as important, employees are healthier versions of themselves and able to save their PTO due to less absences from being ill. Aside from providing informational resources to employees, and their families, a great way to encourage vaccinations is to host onsite vaccination clinics for staff. For example, making annual flu vaccinations part of your workplace wellness program has the potential to offer several benefits!

Take action to keep Your workplace healthy this flu season! LifeWork Strategies is pleased to offer onsite flu clinics in the Washington D.C. Metro Area! Complete the quick & easy online request form and a member of our team will be in touch with next steps.?