International SOS

International SOS - Thinking Beyond Psychosocial Assessments: Designing a Mental Health and Wellbeing Programme that Works

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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The workshop, held on 24 May, offered organisations a deeper understanding of the critical components of an effective and sustainable mental health and wellbeing programme.

Key Points: 
  • The workshop, held on 24 May, offered organisations a deeper understanding of the critical components of an effective and sustainable mental health and wellbeing programme.
  • Throughout the workshop, International SOS experts discussed how workplace psychosocial assessments are a crucial tool in understanding organisational psychology factors.
  • By focusing on mental health and wellbeing strategies for their diverse workforce, we are empowering organisations to create environments that prioritise the mental health and wellbeing of their employees.
  • These include mental health and wellbeing assessment, educational awareness and training sessions, as well as access to International SOS Global Health Advisors.

Koa Health Partners with International SOS to Enable Global Access to Mental Healthcare Across the Continuum

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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Koa Health , a leading global provider of digital-first mental healthcare , today announced a new partnership with International SOS , a pioneer, and leader in international health & security risk management solutions, to unlock the value of positive mental health and wellbeing in workplaces everywhere.

Key Points: 
  • Koa Health , a leading global provider of digital-first mental healthcare , today announced a new partnership with International SOS , a pioneer, and leader in international health & security risk management solutions, to unlock the value of positive mental health and wellbeing in workplaces everywhere.
  • Koa Health’s clinically validated mental wellbeing app, Koa Foundations, will become a part of the International SOS mental health ecosystem as the two companies partner together to support employee mental health across the continuum.
  • Koa Health’s clinically rigorous mental health tools empower employers and health plans to quickly and comprehensively address the full spectrum of health with effective, evidence-based mental health support.
  • By adding Koa’s flagship mental wellbeing app to our Workforce Resilience Subscription, we are endorsing the power of timely and proactive mental health support to reduce mental and physical health risks and the incidence of mental illness.

Koa Health Partners with International SOS to enable global access to mental healthcare across the continuum

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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BOSTON, LONDON and BARCELONA, Spain, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Koa Health, a leading global provider of digital-first mental healthcare, today announced a new partnership with International SOS, a pioneer, and leader in international health & security risk management solutions, to unlock the value of positive mental health and wellbeing in workplaces everywhere.

Key Points: 
  • Koa Health, a leading global provider of digital-first mental healthcare, today announces their new partnership with International SOS, pioneer, and leader in international health & security risk management solutions, to unlock the value of positive mental health and wellbeing in workplaces everywhere.
  • Koa Health's clinically validated mental wellbeing app, Koa Foundations, will become a part of the International SOS mental health ecosystem as the two companies partner together to support employee mental health across the continuum.
  • Koa Health's clinically validated mental wellbeing app, Koa Foundations, will become a part of the International SOS mental health ecosystem as the two companies partner together to support employee mental health across the continuum.
  • Koa Health's clinically rigorous mental health tools empower employers and health plans to quickly and comprehensively address the full spectrum of health with effective, evidence-based mental health support.

Delivering Zero Malaria: International SOS Promotes Awareness Among Travellers and Workforces

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Monday, April 24, 2023
Other Travel, Human Resources, Health, Travel, Infectious Diseases, Professional Services, Health Insurance, Business, RTS, Workforce, Infection, Data management, Organic, Private sector, International, Education, Life, Science and technology in Asia, Entomology, Death, Climate change, Traction, Relate, Risk, International SOS, World Health Organization, Diagnosis, Vaccine, Birth control, Malaria

In the context of World Malaria Day 2023, International SOS encourages organisations to support the global effort to invest, innovate and implement to deliver zero malaria.

Key Points: 
  • In the context of World Malaria Day 2023, International SOS encourages organisations to support the global effort to invest, innovate and implement to deliver zero malaria.
  • Dr Irene Lai, Medical Director at International SOS, comments “Every organisation should review the malaria-risk to their workforce and implement measures to protect them.
  • For those that send employees to malarial areas, this includes education and awareness, pre-travel medical review and preventive supplies, and access to rapid diagnosis and treatment.
  • International SOS has partnered with the Relate organisation for 10 years running, raising money by supporting their bracelet campaign.

International SOS and Airbus Helicopters Join Forces to Launch a Next Generation Emergency Medical System Improvement Programme

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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International SOS has partnered with Airbus Helicopters to launch a next generation emergency medical system improvement programme, LifeSaver, which enhances healthcare systems to improve patient outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • International SOS has partnered with Airbus Helicopters to launch a next generation emergency medical system improvement programme, LifeSaver, which enhances healthcare systems to improve patient outcomes.
  • Estonia is the first country to work with International SOS and Airbus Helicopters to launch a national innovation programme dedicated to improving their emergency medical system (EMS) through LifeSaver.
  • Estonia is at the forefront of technological innovation, including in the medical sector.
  • The approach puts people at its heart by being designed to deliver improved medical outcomes and to save more lives.

International SOS: A Reflection One-Year On From The Start Of The Conflict In Ukraine

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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On 12 February 2022 International SOS advised clients to fully evacuate Ukraine and several months prior to this a team was deployed to the country to audit resources and gather information.

Key Points: 
  • On 12 February 2022 International SOS advised clients to fully evacuate Ukraine and several months prior to this a team was deployed to the country to audit resources and gather information.
  • This preparation was critical in preparing for the potential eventuality of conflict.
  • Many organisations did not anticipate the scale operations needed to effectively manage the impacts of the Ukraine/ Russia conflict.
  • International SOS has released a podcast series to mark the one-year milestone since the conflict in Ukraine started.

International SOS: Workplace Health Strategies Can Reduce Cancer Risk

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Friday, February 3, 2023
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The workplace can be a key setting for implementing efforts to reduce cancer risk among the working population.

Key Points: 
  • The workplace can be a key setting for implementing efforts to reduce cancer risk among the working population.
  • The workplace may also inadvertently lead to inactivity and poor eating habits3, both of which are risk factorsfor cancer.
  • It is vital for organisations to promote cancer prevention in their workplace and take an integrated and comprehensive approach by providing education and adopting an organisational culture through policies that influence cancer risk.
  • Simple workplace changes can reduce cancer risk such as providing healthy food options, promoting smoking cessation programmes and creating a culture of safe alcohol use.”
    International SOS outlines some strategies to mitigate cancer risk for employees and how organisations can strengthen their workplace support:
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International SOS Hires Former Boeing Company VP And Chief Security Officer As New Security Advisor

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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International SOS has announced today that they have hired retired Vice President and Chief Security Officer of The Boeing Company, Dave Komendat, as their new Senior Security Advisor.

Key Points: 
  • International SOS has announced today that they have hired retired Vice President and Chief Security Officer of The Boeing Company, Dave Komendat, as their new Senior Security Advisor.
  • “International SOS is known for providing the most high-quality health and security care to its clients, and I’m pleased to join this team,” said Dave Komendat, Senior Security Advisor at International SOS.
  • “Dave is among the best of the best in the security industry,” said Jarrett Michau, Chief Executive Officer, Americas, at International SOS.
  • This roster includes but is not limited to:
    Kelly Johnstone, former Chief Security Officer and Executive Vice President of The Coca Cola Company.

International SOS Recognised as a Top Employer in the UK for 5th Consecutive Year

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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International SOS , the world's leading health and security services company, has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK for the fifth consecutive year.

Key Points: 
  • International SOS , the world's leading health and security services company, has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK for the fifth consecutive year.
  • Only 99 companies in the UK have been awarded this certification by the Top Employer’s Institute (TEI), endorsing International SOS’ continued people-first progress.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230125005491/en/
    International SOS certified as a Top Employer 2023 in the UK.
  • International SOS’ ‘People Development’ practices were assessed across six key HR topics, such as Work Environment, Talent Acquisition and Diversity & Inclusion.

Staying Healthy During the Chinese New Year Travel Rush: Expert Advice From International SOS

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
General Health, Infectious Diseases, COVID-19, Health, Pharmaceutical, International SOS, Drink, Infection, Lunar New Year, Family, The Spring Festival, Risk, International, Travel, Quarantine, Spring, Chinese New Year, PCR, Spring Festival, Workforce, Global Medical Device Nomenclature, Multimedia, Animal, Tourism

As many locations, including China, have eased numerous COVID-19-related entry restrictions, International SOS emphasises the importance for organisations and their workforces to continue to monitor the situation as COVID-19 continues to circulate.

Key Points: 
  • As many locations, including China, have eased numerous COVID-19-related entry restrictions, International SOS emphasises the importance for organisations and their workforces to continue to monitor the situation as COVID-19 continues to circulate.
  • As the border is now open, international travel volume has increased and is expected to surge during the Lunar New Year public holiday (21-27 January).
  • International SOS’ COVID Health Awareness virtual training is available to help you support your workforce.
  • The training includes information on the current COVID-19 situation and can be delivered in English or Mandarin.