DESCRIPTION: The best work disability programs are broader than return to work management. Improving the health of the workforce reduces absenteesim, compensation costs and improves productivity.

Take Home Messages: Occupational health nurses and disability managers have an important role to play in introducing an employee-centred health model, “Health and Productivity Management”.  This approach provides a sustainable way of improving employee health, and is best integrated with other programs.  Why the research matters: Work absenteeism and lost productivity due to health conditions are major costs for busine...