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Dr. Chris van Straten, Global Health Advisor at International SOS, unpacks the top mental health challenges

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Dr. Chris van Straten, Global Health Advisor at International SOS, unpacks the top mental health challenges—anxiety, depression, and panic disorders—affecting the global workforce. Learn how organisations can tackle workplace stress with proactive strategies like fostering supportive cultures, promoting work-life balance, and equipping managers with mental health first-aid training. Discover actionable insights to create resilient, inclusive work environments that prioritise employee wellbeing and thrive in the year ahead. Don’t miss this essential episode!
29 Jan English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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