In the month of November, a remarkable transformation takes place as men around the world set aside their razors and witness the emergence of moustaches. This annual phenomenon known as Movember has a profound purpose - raising awareness about critical men's health issues that often go undiscussed. Mental health struggles, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer are brought to the forefront during this time.
Movember is not solely about growing moustaches; it encompasses a movement that seeks to promote healthier men by dismantling the barriers and stigma that surround men's health issues. This global initiative, in conjunction with International Men's Day on 19 November, facilitates a worldwide discourse on men's health, with a particular focus on mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer.
Physical and social health: My Wellbeing, a personalised and engaging platform, motivates employees to take charge of their health. It starts with a health score, a dynamic number that measures an individual's current level of wellbeing and changes in real-time based on tracked activities and biometric data. My Wellbeing offers multiple levels of engagement, including goal setting, challenges, and personal feedback from a digital coach.
Mental and financial health: LiveWell offers programmes and resources to help employees improve their wellbeing and create the life they want. On-demand articles and tools, like self-assessments and mental health screenings, are available 24/7 in multiple languages.
Mindfulness: Calm is an easy-to-use self-care app included in every benefit plan to help manage stress, get better sleep and feel more present in life. With a comprehensive suite of services, Calm offers 24/7 access to self-guided content in seven languages, a diverse library of videos, music, and more to manage stress and improve sleep. Members can enjoy meditations, sleep stories, daily check-ins, and curated content focused on various wellbeing areas.
Financial wellbeing: According to a Zellis 2023 study, 77% of global employees have experienced financial stress in the past 12 months and over half (54%) said it impacted their productivity at work. To support our employees financial health, UnitedHealthcare Global offers access to financial wellbeing resources to help improve financial literacy and decision making. From educational resources that boost money know-how to practical tools that help manage their finances like a pro, financial wellbeing resources, available via LiveWell, are perfect for anyone looking to take control of their financial health and live their best life.
For more information or access to wellness platforms, contact your UnitedHealthcare Global Sales Representative, Client Relationship Manager.