How COVID-19 Affected Corporate Return to Travel Plans
BlogEven with the volume of business trips increasing to half of pre-pandemic levels, travel risks remain. We discuss the ways you can be travel ready despite COVID-19 still affecting return to travel plans.
COVID-19HealthTravelAssistanceComplianceTime to Recover: Addressing Exhaustion and Trauma at Work When the World Won’t Slow Down
BlogAlthough COVID-19 may not be over, most of us are now far from the mass lockdowns of 2020. Despite this, many of us are sighing not from relief but from exhaustion and sadness. International SOS and Affinity Health at Work share six tips on how organisations can address exhaustion and trauma in employees.
Business ContinuityDuty of CareWellbeingMental HealthWorkforceHow Have Current World Events Impacted International Travel?
BlogCurrent world events have impacted international travel. Covid-19 has profoundly destabilized and eroded our confidence and freedom of travel, both internationally and domestically.
TravelWorkforceBusiness ContinuityComplianceUnderstanding the New ISO 31030 Standard and its Impact on Travel Risk Mitigation
ArticleWith organisations starting to consider returning to travel and how to go about this safely, International SOS supported the development of the new ISO standard. It provides vital guidance to protect the workforce.
ComplianceTravelAnd Along Comes Monkeypox
BlogAs international travel, mass gatherings, and socializing are starting to return to a pre-pandemic pattern, along comes monkeypox to remind us we can’t be complacent.
Infectious DiseaseHealthAddressing the Employee Health Needs of the Future
ArticleThe COVID-19 pandemic has been a wake-up call from a workforce health and wellbeing perspective for many organisations across the globe and addressing the role of the Chief Health Officer could not be more important. Our experts provide an exclusive preview to a new paper commissioned by the International SOS Foundation entitled, Chief Health Officer 2030: Addressing the Employee Health Needs of the Future.
HealthInfectious DiseaseMental HealthPandemicLong-COVID: Another Challenge for a Safe Workplace
ArticleWhile most of the patients suffering from “acute” COVID-19 would recover fully in a maximum period a four weeks’ time, other will experience long-term after-effects. This can last for months and impact significantly both the physical and mental health of the patient as well as their ability to cope. Our experts share top recommendations for organisations to consider managing return-to-work for long-COVID employees.
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Blogs
Top Health Tips Before Gathering this Summer
BlogAlthough engaging in social activities can positively impact our mental health resilience, there are important health tips to consider before getting shoulder to shoulder.
COVID-19HealthTravelPandemicWhy you Should Align your Travel Risk Management Policies to ISO 31030
BlogYour travel risk management policies are vital in upholding the Duty of Care responsibilities to your employees. Not meeting the ISO 31030 standard can be detrimental to organisations reliant on business travel.
TravelWorkforceComplianceWhy ISO 31030 is Vital to Today's Business Travellers
BlogThere are many benefits associated with ISO 31030. Like all ISO frameworks, the highest standards are set, and when adhered to deliver long term stability.
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Case Studies
Locating an Employee During a State of Emergency Using Tracker
Case StudyInternational SOS provided assistance to an organisation who needed to locate their employee during a state of emergency.
Duty of CareSafetyTravelEmotional Health Support to an Insurance Company’s Workforce in Ghana
Case StudyInternational SOS assisted its client, a key insurance company in Ghana, in supporting their employees’ emotional health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19Business ContinuityMental HealthDuty of CareWellbeingBespoke Security Support to an NGO Operating Across Africa
Case StudyInternational SOS’ security experts provided tailor-made security support for an NGO headquartered in Kenya, with operations across Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria and Zambia.
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Press Announcements
Five Top Tips for Safe Travel This Summer
Press announcementAfter two years of stringent COVID-19 travel restrictions, which have now largely eased, many are finally enjoying travel again and particularly during these summer months. To ensure an enjoyable trip International SOS has outlined key requirements for travel abroad this summer.
Duty of CareSafetySecurityTravelWorkforceHealth and Security Advice for Hajj amidst COVID-19 from International SOS
Press announcementInternational SOS, the world’s leading health and security risk management services company, is providing advice on health and security preparations for the annual Islamic Hajj pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia (7-12 July).
Duty of CareSafetySecurityWellbeingCOVID-19Preparing for Hurricane Season 2022
Press announcementFor the second year in a row, forecasts predict an above average and active 2022 Atlantic hurricane season. International SOS advises organisations on preparations required to best protect their people and ensure business continuity and resilience.
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