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Benenden Charitable Trust donation funds women's wellbeing services in York

02 July 2025

The healthcare provider's 'Community Fund' awarded almost £4,000 to Kyra Women's Project.

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Benenden Health makes CCO appointment

19 June 2025

Andy McClure has been appointed as Chief Commercial Officer for the affordable private healthcare provider.

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Affordable health and wellbeing options take priority due to National Insurance hikes

12 June 2025

National Insurance increases and employee salary increases out-rank NHS waitlists for the first time when considering need for workplace health and wellbeing provisions.

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Benenden Health served members record amount in 2024

19 May 2025

The affordable private healthcare provider shares 4.2% year-on-year rise in member support last year.

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Thousands of Benenden Health members look to menopause support

23 April 2025

Benenden Health's 'My Expert Health Coach' app feature sees menopause as most accessed (60%) topic for members in their fifties.

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Benenden Health welcomes Royal College of Nursing CEO, Prof. Nicola Ranger

7 April 2025

Benenden Health's Society Matron and Nurse Consultant, Dr. Cheryl Lythgoe, hosted RCN Chief Executive, Professor Nicola Ranger and other Royal College of Nursing (RCN) delegates to York on Thursday 3rd April, to discuss challenges and priorities for nurses working in the independent sector.

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Benenden Health appoints Chief People Officer

6 March 2025

Mike Hay joins the private healthcare provider, bringing significant financial, healthcare and mutual experience.

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Consumers crown Benenden Health as UK's 'Best Private Healthcare Provider'

20 February 2025

The healthcare provider won both its award nominations at this year’s Moneyfacts awards. 

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Benenden Health boasts 31% increase in employee awareness of DE&I in two-year period

12 February 2025

99% of employees at the private healthcare provider recognised DE&I practices in 2024.

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Benenden Health welcomes trio of Operations Apprentices

8 January 2025

The York-based healthcare provider welcomed three apprentices to support and learn from its business operation teams.

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We believe in the importance of employee health and wellbeing, that's why we're focused on undertaking our own research endorsed by industry experts into key issues facing the UK's workforce today to provide guidance on how to better support employees, as well as improve business performance.

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  • 2024 Mental Health in the Workplace survey findings
  • Seven steps to close the workplace awareness gap
  • A two-fold approach to tackle the stigma at work surrounding mental health

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  • Why financial wellbeing matters to your employees.
  • The business impact of financial wellbeing.
  • How to plan and roll out the right supporting strategy.

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  • Five stages to develop a health and wellbeing strategy for your organisation.
  • Map out and plan an effective health and wellbeing framework.
  • Develop a road map for implementing or evolving your strategy.

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  • A tool to help employees manage their everyday wellbeing.
  • Reflect on triggers and symptoms of poor health.
  • Identify the resources and support they need to get and stay well.

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Benenden Health records best-ever fundraising year

17 December 2024

The York-based healthcare provider records 34% YoY fundraising increase.

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Gen Z and Millennials champions of better workplace mental health

6 November 2024

Almost half (43%) of 18–34-year-old employees have supported struggling peers at work, compared to just 30% of 55+ year olds.

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Benenden Health makes CEO appointment

29 October 2024

Tom Woolgrove has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer for the affordable private healthcare provider.

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Benenden Health partners with CCU Credit Union to provide private healthcare to employees

9 October 2024

The two not-for-profit member organisations partner in values and services for the benefit of CCU Credit Union's paid and volunteer employees.

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Education workers have poorest mental health

30 September 2024

Just over half (54%) of those who work in Education told Benenden Health their mental health is 'good'.

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Mental health expectation gap

6 September 2024

76% of business leaders said mental health is a high priority issue for them, but only 45% of employees surveyed feel their employer treats it as such.

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Do you understand your blood pressure readings? 7 in 10 Brits don't.

27 August 2024

Benenden Health Matron, Cheryl Lythgoe, shares the most important facts about blood pressure readings to make sure you go into your appointment prepared. 

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Primary Care Services most wanted in corporate health products

4 August 2024

Healthcare intermediaries told Benenden Health that businesses are seeking primary care provisions over secondary procedures for their employees.

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Benenden Health supports St Denys Community with new kitchenette

16 June 2024

The refurbishment allows for more social activities for those in the local area struggling to socialise in the cost-of-living crisis.

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Benenden Health reaps benefits from all member voting

6 June 2024

Affordable healthcare provider Benenden Health increases engagement from its 870,000+ members, after its first full year using new democratic processes.

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Business switch to low-cost, high-value private healthcare

16 May 2024

Healthcare intermediaries told Benenden Health that affordability and value for money are the most important factors for their clients when choosing a healthcare provider.

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Claire Harley appointed as new Hospital Director of Benenden Hospital

22 April 2024

Harley’s role also includes membership of Benenden Health's Executive

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‘Severe’ stress most common among young, single women in UK

15 April 2024

Benenden Health Matron, Cheryl Lythgoe, shares sleep hygiene tips to manage severe stress symptoms

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Three quarters of adults Britons trust private healthcare

26 March 2024

Benenden Health found strong public trust and relevancy for private healthcare providers

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Benenden Health offers online eye screening

1 March 2024

Online eye screening from Ocushield provides members with eye tests in their own home

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60% of women say health issues 'not taken seriously' in the UK

20 February 2024

Campaign aims to break down barriers that lead to poorer health outcomes for women

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UK loses 150 million working days due to lack of workplace support for women's health

20 February 2024

Campaign aims to break down barriers that lead to poorer health outcomes for women in the workplace

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Benenden Health launches national outdoor ad campaign

10 February 2024

Provider shares messages of affordability and inclusivity in its OOH ads

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Benenden Health doubles year-on-year membership growth

23 January 2024

Provider also sees 61% increase in requests for diagnostic services

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Benenden Health and Channel 4 re-ignite partnership

4 January 2024

National healthcare provider and broadcaster unite for a second time to encourage the nation to ‘check in’ on their health

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Construction and Manufacturing lead the way with low-cost healthcare

October 2023

Healthcare brokers state that construction & manufacturing sectors strike balance between employee needs and rising costs

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Benenden Health awarded Good Business Charter status

September 2023

Healthcare provider adopted ethical and sustainable business practices

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Benenden Health launches new ad campaign and brand evolution

September 2023

National provider tackles private healthcare perceptions with campaign launch

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Benenden Health makes senior innovation appointment

September, 2023

David Winter joins with a dual role as Head of Innovation and MD of wellbeing subsidiary

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Benenden Health launches new online community for members

July, 2023

Healthcare provider provides online community for its new democratic structure.

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Businesses seek low-cost healthcare for employees

June, 2023

Healthcare brokers state that low-cost hybrid products are in high-demand

“More lives could now be saved” after 82 AED donations

June, 2023

Benenden Charitable Trust and Benenden Health team-up to donate life-saving defibrillators

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Brits consulted ‘Dr. Google’ nearly 50 million times last year

February, 2023

Nation searches for assistance with health issues as people turn to Google as a trusted source

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Quarter of men don't know what the menopause is

May, 2023

This is the equivalent to seven million men in the UK

Third of Brits reveal they have 'unusual' poo

February 2023

Despite identifying potential issues, almost two thirds of nation wouldn’t seek medical advice


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