SS60 THE FUTURE OF WORK: EMERGING RISKS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Abstract

While this fast-moving era has ushered a world of conveniences and technological marvels, people are also becoming increasingly susceptible to various lifestyle diseases which may snowball into complications that impact productivity, wellness, resilience work-life balance, and their performance. The COVID-19 pandemic and the abrupt transition to ‘new normal’ has further compounded these challenges, which have emerged as one of the most pressing issues of modern times affecting the physical and mental health of the workforce. This Special Session will address these concerns and deliberate on timely and appropriate interventions to prevent and mitigate them. Brief learning outcomes: The session will help occupational health physicians to develop means and skills to support and enhance the mental and physical wellbeing of the workforce. It will also provide them with support and guidance in dealing with issues and complications that could adversely affect wellbeing and impact on-job performance during these extraordinary times.