66 days to implement habits for a summer of wellness
As Spring breathes new life into the world, it presents the prefect moment to support your employees to prepare their bodies and minds for a healthy summer.
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Private Blood Tests
READ ARTICLEWhat does a red flag mean on a private health check result?
Find out what to bring to your private health assessment and what to wear, plus some simple tips to help you prepare and know what to expect on the day.
Private Blood Tests
READ ARTICLEWhat Can You Find Out From a Blood Test?
A Bluecrest blood test gives you a snapshot into your health and can offer a wealth of insights into your general wellbeing.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLERisk factors and 8 tips to reduce high blood pressure
High blood pressure is an easily treatable condition but left untreated is a major risk factor in developing cardiovascular disease.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEHealth Assessment Guide: What to Expect
We have provided some information so that you come prepared to allow you to get the most out of your assessment. If you feel that you need additional assistance or time at your health assessment, please discuss this at the time of booking.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEHow To Build a Personal Longevity Checklist
A personal longevity checklist helps you stay proactive with your health, with daily habits and key checks to support healthy ageing and long-term wellbeing.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEMental Wellbeing: Your Guide to a Healthier Mind
Your mental health plays a key role in how you feel day-to-day. Taking small steps to look after your mental health can make a meaningful difference to overall wellbeing.
Diabetes
READ ARTICLEWhat is diabetes and how could it be impacting your workforce?
At Bluecrest Wellness, we believe that understanding chronic conditions like diabetes is key to building a healthier, more productive workforce. Here’s why diabetes matters and what employers can do to support their teams.
Diabetes
READ ARTICLEWhy the HbA1c test is important for your workforce
The HbA1c test, also known as the glycated haemoglobin test, is a simple but powerful blood test that provides insight into an individual's average blood sugar levels over the previous 2 or 3 months.
Start your Summer of Wellness transformation – it only takes 66 days!
As Spring breathes new life into the world, it presents the prefect moment to prepare for our bodies and minds for a healthy summer.
Building sustainable habits – the power of habit tracking and stacking
Supporting your workforce to create lasting change in their daily routine may feel daunting. However, there are two powerful techniques – habit tracking and habit stacking – that can make the process both manageable and enjoyable.
Building sustainable habits – the power of habit tracking and stacking
Creating lasting change in your daily routine may feel daunting. However, there are two powerful techniques – habit tracking and habit stacking – that can make the process both manageable and enjoyable. By integrating these into your life, you can build sustainable habits that support your overall health and wellbeing and increase your productivity.
Bluecrest News
READ ARTICLEBluecrest introduces two new menopause hormone tests
Female health tests launch for women suspecting menopause
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEHow can a health assessment help your employees to keep their health and fitness goals on track this New Year?
The New Year is a time when many of the employees in your workforce may be thinking of setting fresh new year resolutions. While these goals can vary widely, a significant number focus on improving health—whether it’s losing weight, getting fitter, or enhancing overall wellbeing.
Diabetes
READ ARTICLEMe and diabetes: A lifelong balancing act
Today we will be hearing from Bluecrest Recruitment Manager, Marianna, about her experience of living with type 1 diabetes.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEAge smarter, age stronger – embrace your health intelligence
Over the next two months we will be focusing on the positive aspects of ageing and living a healthy life. As we age, maintaining our health and wellbeing becomes increasingly important, enabling us to life healthier for longer. We are awash with health information, but how do we know where we really stand as we get older?
Age Smarter, Age Stronger – Supporting Your Workforce with Health Intelligence
Discover how to support your ageing workforce with practical health and wellbeing strategies. Learn how to help employees understand their health status and take proactive steps towards a healthier, more productive, and resilient workplace.
Private Blood Tests
READ ARTICLEWhat your cortisol levels could be telling you
Discover what cortisol levels reveal about stress, sleep and energy. Learn how chronic stress affects your body and why cortisol testing can provide clarity.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEHow high blood pressure can impact your general health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the ‘silent killer’ and for good reason. It typically develops without noticeable symptoms but can quietly damage your body over time which can lead to serious, and sometimes life-threatening health complications.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLERobert's Story
I remember the day I received the invitation from Bluecrest Health. It was just another busy week, with the stresses piling up and my health taking a backseat. But something about the offer caught my eye — an affordable, comprehensive health check to help me take control of my well-being gain confidence in my health …
Digestive Health
READ ARTICLEWhat are the early signs of bowel cancer?
Discover the early signs of bowel cancer, why they matter and how to take action. Learn what to watch for and when to seek support or screening.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEWhat are stroke risk factors and how can they be managed?
This Stroke Awareness Month, Bluecrest are spotlighting the importance of understanding stroke risk factors.
Private Blood Tests
READ ARTICLEWhat is Bluecrest’s Blood Health Profile?
Your blood holds powerful clues about your health. Our Blood Health Profile helps uncover early signs of imbalances, giving you greater insight and the confidence to take proactive steps if needed.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEHow to Support an Employee with Anxiety in the Workplace
Learn how to support an employee with anxiety, including how to start the conversation, reasonable adjustments and what managers should avoid.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEHow to Signpost Employee Health Support: A Guide for Managers and HR
Learn how to signpost employee health support, including when to involve HR or occupational health, how to start the conversation and what managers should know.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEHow to Improve Mental Health in the Workplace: Practical Steps for Employers
Find out how employers can improve mental health in the workplace, from managing workloads and training managers to making support easier to access.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEHow to Support an Employee with Cancer: Guidance for Employers
Find out how employers can support an employee with cancer, including reasonable adjustments, flexible working, communication and workplace health support.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEHypertension at Work: Risks and Warning Signs
Learn about hypertension at work, why high blood pressure can go unnoticed, the health risks and how employers can support proactive employee health.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEHow Hot Weather Affects Your Health – and What to Watch For
Learn how hot weather affects your heart, kidneys, blood pressure and overall health. Discover the warning signs of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke, plus expert tips to stay safe during a heatwave.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEHow to track your health for better wellbeing
Want to know how to track your health effectively? Find out how regular checks, key metrics, and the Bluecrest Wellness App can help you monitor your wellbeing.
Digestive Health
READ ARTICLEHow gut health can contribute to your overall health
Having a healthy gut is vital for the efficient digestion of the foods you eat - but what is the best way to improve gut health? In this article, we explain more about the gut and share the best ways to boost gut health.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLESupporting your workforce this festive season
Here, we share practical tips for how you could help your workforce to thrive through the winter months.
Bluecrest News
READ ARTICLEBluecrest X Vista Health: A Clearer, Faster Pathway to Early Detection
Discover how Bluecrest and Vista Health are supporting early prostate cancer detection with clear pathways, rapid MRI access and proactive PSA follow-up.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEFlexible Health Assessments for a Healthier Workforce
In today’s work environment, supporting employee wellbeing isn’t just a perk but rather a strategic advantage
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEWorkplace stress: causes, warning signs and prevention
Understand the causes and warning signs of workplace stress and discover practical ways employers can support healthier, more resilient teams.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEHow to recognise employee burnout: signs, causes and responses
Learn how to recognise employee burnout, understand the warning signs and discover practical ways employers can support workplace wellbeing.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEWorkplace fatigue: causes, warning signs and prevention
Learn what causes workplace fatigue, how to recognise the warning signs and practical ways employers can help create a healthier, more productive workforce.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEExercise at work: benefits for employee health and wellbeing
Discover how exercise at work can improve employee health, wellbeing and productivity, with practical ways employers can encourage movement.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEEmployee wellbeing metrics: what should HR teams track?
Learn which employee wellbeing metrics HR teams should track and how data can help build healthier, more engaged and productive workplaces.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEEmployee Health Assessments Explained for UK Businesses
Learn how employee health assessments work, what they include and how UK businesses can support wellbeing, engagement and long-term workforce health.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEChoosing the Right Health Assessments for Your Workforce
Choose the right employee health assessments to suit your workforce with guidance on health checks, delivery options and meeting workplace wellbeing goals.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEA Guide to Executive Health Assessments for Senior Leaders
Learn how executive health assessments help senior leaders support employee wellbeing through in-depth health checks and personalised health insights.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEHow much do corporate wellness providers cost in the UK?
Find out how much corporate wellness providers cost in the UK, including health assessments, pricing factors and what employers should consider.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEWhy Choose A Business Health Executive Package?
Understand what’s included in the Business Health Executive package and how detailed health insights, support and reporting deliver value for employers.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEBusiness Health Executive Assessment: What Employers Gain
Discover how Bluecrest’s Business Health Executive assessment supports employee wellbeing with detailed health insights and preventative health checks.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEHow to Support Employees in Maintaining Heart Health
If the heart isn’t functioning properly, it can lead to fatigue, breathlessness, or more serious conditions such as heart disease. Keeping the heart healthy is essential for overall well-being and performance, both at work and in life.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEThe Silent Strain of High Blood Pressure at Work
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often dubbed the "silent killer” - a condition that quietly affects millions, often without symptoms, until serious health consequences arise. In the UK, the prevalence of hypertension is alarmingly high, with significant implications for individuals, businesses, and the broader economy.
Hormones
READ ARTICLESymptoms of hormonal imbalance
Understanding the signs of hormonal imbalance and what could be causing them is a key step in taking control of your health.
Private Blood Tests
READ ARTICLEAn employer’s guide to wellbeing coaching in the workplace
Understand how workplace wellbeing coaching supports employees, from building healthier habits to providing personalised guidance and support.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEChoosing between health assessments and health insurance for employees
Understand the difference between health assessments and health insurance, and how both can support a proactive employee health strategy.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEComparing workplace health and wellbeing providers for your business
Compare workplace health and wellbeing providers with confidence. What to consider, key questions to ask and how to choose the right partner for your business.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEEmployee health benefits: what UK employers should consider
Explore the employee health benefits UK employers should consider, from health assessments to preventative support that helps teams stay healthier.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEThe best workplace wellbeing providers in the UK: what employers should look for
Discover what employers should look for in workplace wellbeing providers, from health insights and prevention to personalised employee support.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLETop corporate wellness providers UK employers should consider
Compare corporate wellness providers in the UK and understand what employers should look for, from health assessments to wellbeing support.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEHow On-Site Employee Health Assessments Work: A Simple Guide for HR Teams
Learn how on-site employee health assessments work, from planning and booking to results and reporting, with minimal workplace disruption.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLEFrom Silent Diagnosis to National Campaign: How One PSA Test Changed a Father’s Life
Jason Yeo, a 54-year-old man from South Devon, was diagnosed with prostate cancer despite having no symptoms and being fit and active. His cancer was first flagged during a routine health assessment in 2023, when a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test – added by his wife – showed elevated levels.
Liver Health
READ ARTICLEHow to keep your liver healthy?
How can you improve your liver function? Discover top tips to boost your liver health and uncover insights into your liver health with a liver function test.
Digestive Health
READ ARTICLEUnderstanding the gut-brain axis
Whether you're managing digestive symptoms, dealing with stress or simply curious about your body's inner workings, understanding the gut-brain axis could help you take a more proactive approach to your physical and mental wellbeing.
Male Health
READ ARTICLESupporting men to thrive in the workplace
Men face unique health challenges, including higher risks of heart disease, certain cancers, and mental health issues. Yet, stigma and cultural expectations often prevent open conversations. By fostering a supportive environment, employers can help break down these barriers and promote a healthier, more productive workforce.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLELorraine's Story
When Lorraine, 66, decided to book a health MOT with Bluecrest, she expected nothing more than peace of mind. An active grandmother and full-time project manager, Lorraine led what she believed was a healthy lifestyle. But what began as a simple check-up turned into a life-saving intervention
Bluecrest News
READ ARTICLEHow Health Assessments Help Keep New Year Health Goals on Track
The New Year is a time when many of the employees in your workforce may be thinking of setting fresh new year resolutions. While these goals can vary widely, a significant number focus on improving health—whether it’s losing weight, getting fitter, or enhancing overall wellbeing.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLENeil's Story
When I joined Bluecrest as Chief Technology Officer in June 2021, I was offered a free ‘Complete’ health assessment as part of my employee benefits package. I was genuinely curious to experience the product we offer, and while I had a few minor concerns about my blood pressure, I considered myself pretty healthy.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEEmpowering wellness: The role of health monitoring
Health monitoring is one of the best ways to proactively manage your health and wellbeing. Learn how to take control of your health with Bluecrest Wellness.
Press Releases
READ ARTICLELuxury Care Group Pioneers Health Checks for Care Home Employees
In a UK-first for the care home sector, luxury care group Connaught Care Collection is offering free ‘full-body health checks’ to all of its 184 staff members. The group has opened four state-of-the-art homes in the past 12 months with plans to open four more in 2024/25.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLEJeannette's Story
When Jeannette, 46, from Bradford, was looking to renew her workplace benefits for the year, she spotted a new option for a Bluecrest Wellness health assessment that included a Cancer Risk check. It was one of a range of benefits and perks offered by her employer from a pick-and-choose benefits platform, alongside things like Private Medical Insurance, extra holiday-days, and sliding pension contributions.
Work-life balance: The key to sustainable success
Achieving balance isn’t about working less but rather living more. In this article we will discuss more about why work-life balance matters now more than ever.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEHow to tell if you have a healthy heart?
Whilst there are telltale signs that your heart may not be working as it should, not everyone experiences the same symptoms associated with certain heart conditions. Undergoing a heart health test can put your mind at rest or kick start healthy lifestyle changes.
Liver Health
READ ARTICLEUnderstanding Alcohol Risks in the Workplace
In July we are shining a light on the effects of alcohol on employee health and the impact on the workplace for Alcohol Awareness Week (7th-13th July) run by charity Alcohol Change UK. Here we explore the impact that alcohol consumption can have, and what employers need to consider in their approach to employee health and wellbeing.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLECancer in the workplace – why early detection should be a corporate priority
In today’s fast-paced corporate world, health is often viewed through the lens of productivity and performance. Yet, beneath the surface of quarterly targets and strategic planning lies a growing challenge that affects every business, regardless of size or sector: cancer.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLESupporting your workforce in managing high cholesterol
A high proportion of UK adults are affected by high cholesterol, with heart and circulatory diseases affecting over 7.6 million people in the UK, and high cholesterol being one of the major contributing risk factors.
Empowering workplace wellness: The role of health monitoring
Health monitoring is the regular evaluation of an individual's health through testing. The type and frequency of tests offered can vary, but generally, health monitoring is designed to offer insights into the risk of some of the most common chronic health conditions.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEIs a Health Assessment Worth It? | Bluecrest Business
In this guide, we'll delve into the concept of health assessments, explore their potential advantages and provide guidance on determining whether a health assessment is worth it for you.
Workplace habits that could be harming employee wellbeing and retention
With workplace health and wellbeing strategies now being considered a strategic priority rather than a 'nice-to-have', we are exploring some workplace habits that could be impacting employee health and retention.
Age smarter, age stronger – helping employees to manage stress for a healthier brain
Discover how managing stress, and other factors can help your employee’s keep their brain healthy as they age.
Bluecrest News
READ ARTICLEPrevention: a New Frontier for Wellbeing
A whitepaper prepared by Bluecrest Wellness 2024
