Why We
Do It
Chronic work stress and toxic work cultures
put worker health and organizations at risk.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Do you know what work stress
costs individuals and organizations?
Start with these key educational pages.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about why our campaign exists, why it’s important to address work stress and practice healthy work, and how you can get in touch for additional support.
What is the Healthy Work Campaign?
The Healthy Work Campaign (HWC) is a public health campaign focused
on raising awareness in the U.S. about the health impacts of work stress on working
people. We provide expert guidance about the positive actions individuals and
organizations can take to advance healthy work. Learn more about who we are here.
What do I need to know about work stress and unhealthy work?
Work stress and unhealthy work are commonplace in the U.S. (and other countries). According to a 2023 APA poll, 77% of workers reported experiencing work-related stress in the last month, and 57% indicated experiencing negative impacts because of it. As the research and related infographics indicate, work stress can harm your physical and mental health–and even cost you your life. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
How can chronic work stress cost my organization?
Chronic work stress can cost businesses through more accidents, lower morale & engagement, lower productivity, increased sickness absence, lower mental health, increased burnout, increased turnover, higher healthcare costs, more disability, and loss of life. Not to mention the impact these outcomes have on consumer confidence in your organization. Resources for Workers & Unions and
our
Solutions for Employers to learn more.
What are the benefits of “healthy work” practices?
As you can read on our What is healthy work? page, healthy work increases productivity, increases retention, reduces health costs, prevents burnout, prevents illness, prevents injury, saves lives, and much more.
Where can I find resources to address work stress?
As you can read on our Check out our educational resource pages listed at the top of this page. If you want to take what you’ve learned and do something about it, head over to What We Do, where you can access our Healthy Work Assessments, Solutions for Employers, and Resources for Workers & Unions pages. Have any other questions? Please feel free to contact us.