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Why Employee Wellbeing is a Healthy Investment-HRHQ
by Maureen Lynch, Director of Hays Ireland In 1984, leading Māori health advocate, Sir Mason Durie, developed “Te Whare Tapa Whā” – a metaphor where wellbeing is described as a house with four walls. When these four wellbeing walls are in balance, we flourish. But when just one of these aspects is lacking, we’re less likely to be at our best. The metaphor is just as apt for individuals as it is the organisation.
Top Four Workplace Trends for 2025
by Maureen Lynch, Director of Hays Ireland The 2025 Hays Salary & Recruiting Trends guide, which distils insights from a survey of over 1,150 Irish professionals, lifts the lid on various world of work topics to help people understand what challenges and opportunities are on the horizon for the year ahead, and how organisations can plan accordingly. Read on for the top four workplace trends for 2025.
The Grimaldis give back with Project Purple
Kasey Grimaldi is a 10-year pancreatic cancer survivor. Throughout her battle, she has loved and lost a lot because of this deadly disease. However, she continues to hope for a brighter future and a world without pancreatic cancer, and she is taking steps to make that dream a reality. Grimaldi and her family have teamed up with Project Purple, a nonprofit committed to eradicating pancreatic cancer, to host a fundraiser to celebrate Grimaldi’s 10-year anniversary.
Home improvement store coming to region
The pandemic gave everyone an excuse to spend quality time at home. Now, after staring at the same spaces for over a year, it’s probably time to change things up. Soon, a new store is coming to New Haven County that can meet all decorating needs. At Home, a franchise which specializes in home décor, recently announced plans to open its second store in Connecticut in the North Haven Commons. There is one currently located in Manchester.
Marketing campaign mixed doggie doo bags, sunscreen message
Brands have been adding scents to their products to mask all kinds of odors for years. An area company recently added a summery scent aimed at reminding consumers to wear sunscreen, while also covering the smell of doggie doo. Hawaiian Tropic partnered with Edelman PR firm to promote a new limited edition product one might not associate with the sun care giant - dog poop bags.
Genomic Evolution of SARS-CoV-2 Virus in Immunocompromised Patient, Ireland
Disclaimer: Early release articles are not considered as final versions. Any changes will be reflected in the online version in the month the article is officially released. Maureen Lynch1 , Guerrino Macori1, Séamus Fanning, Edel O’Regan, Eoin Hunt, Dermot O’Callaghan, Brian McCullagh, Cormac Jennings, and Anne Fortune Author affiliations: Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland (M. Lynch, E. O’Regan, E. Hunt, D. O’Callaghan, B. McCullagh, C. Jennings, A.
COVID Success: Elm City restaurant offers Baja vibe
The COVID-19 pandemic hit many small businesses hard, but Doc’s Baja Surf Shack tells a different story. Opening in the middle of the pandemic, the restaurant has managed to succeed despite the growing trend of closures. Now, after nearly one year, Doc’s is continuing to look to the future and seeking new opportunities to expand. Most would have seen the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic and would have never thought they could lead to new opportunities.
Gaylord goes Hollywood: PBS special to feature hospital this fall
In his popular show “Travels & Traditions with Burt Wolf,” the globe-trotting journalist has spotlighted topics such as cruising the rivers of Europe and whether success is due to nature or nurture. Now he is spotlighting something really close to home: Gaylord Specialty Healthcare in Wallingford. A production crew from the international public broadcasting series filmed an upcoming episode at Gaylord in June, and it will air to an international audience of millions this fall.
Play ball: Young entrepreneur aims to care for baseball gloves and players
When most people think of aromatherapy, they picture a spa, not a baseball field. However, Jared Zima, a catcher for Post University, is bringing the soothing scent of lavender to the field with his new product, Reliefwax. Zima, a budding entrepreneur, has already garnered awards for his product. In April, he won the title of Student Entrepreneur of the Year and took home an award in the category of “Best Scalable Venture” at the Connecticut Entrepreneur Awards.
Program aims to help aspiring entrepreneurs
The New Haven Department of Cultural Affairs and startup accelerator Collab recently launched “Entrepreneurship Decoded,” a new program that is working to train budding entrepreneurs. The six-week program, which runs through June 14, will teach participants what it means to be an entrepreneur and help them develop the skills they need to succeed. The workshop includes six sessions, with each one focusing on a different aspect of entrepreneurship.
Orange vineyard, winery to open for guests this summer
Get ready to sip on a glass of Chardonnay, or maybe try some Cabernet Franc. Stappa Vineyard in Orange is opening to the public within the next month. The family and women-owned business will serve as a vineyard, winery and gathering spot. The vineyard has been a family endeavor since the beginning, according to Alexa Charles, a co-owner along with her two sisters. Their father, Peter Landino, the owner of the property, at first hadn’t even considered starting a business.
Do established infection prevention and control measures prevent spread of SARS-CoV-2 to the hospital environment beyond the patient room?
Summary The role of the hospital environment in the transmission of infection is well described. With an emerging infection whose mode of transmission is under investigation, strict infection prevention and control measures, including patient isolation, hand hygiene, personal protective equipment that is doffed on exiting the patient room, and environmental cleaning should be implemented to prevent spread.
The Great Get Together Bankside returns for second year
Hundreds of people came to Union Street and Redcross Way on Sunday to enjoy the second annual Great Get Together Bankside.
When and how to ask for your next promotion
Most of us want to progress in our career but aren’t sure how to do it. Hays’ Maureen Lynch is here to help you ask for your next promotion. You will rarely find a professional who will voluntarily admit to being overpaid for the work they do. Most of us feel overworked, underpaid and undervalued by our employers – often, we are correct. According to the Hays Ireland 2018 Salary and Recruitment Trends Guide, 58pc of employees are not satisfied with their salaries.
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