Beyond awareness: think ‘prevention’ in your workplace mental health strategy

Natalie Donohoe, Premium Health Chief Executive Officer

According a report published by the National Mental Health Commission, mental health issues cost Australian businesses a staggering $11 billion dollars each year. But the cost doesn’t end there. From leave of absences that puts strain on other colleagues, to the spike in risk to others with no other choice but to shoulder their load, mental health issues pose a real risk to us all.