Working 65 Hours a Week for Over 8 Months... Ministry of Labor Identifies Chronic Violations of Unlimited Overtime
The Ministry of Labor has discovered widespread violations of labor laws in manufacturing facilities, where employees consistently work over the legal limit of 52 hours per week, especially in night shifts.
A reader hits out with direct words about welfare days: 'The corniest of all time'
A reader criticizes workplace wellness initiatives, questioning the effectiveness of perks like movie tickets on employee well-being.
"Happiness Days could be used more productively" – employees tell Yle what would really enhance workplace well-being
Employees in Finland express a need for better management and working conditions to improve workplace well-being, rather than temporary wellness initiatives.
I'm an occupational therapist - here's everything you need to know before choosing a wheelchair
An occupational therapist offers essential advice on factors to consider when selecting a wheelchair based on individual needs and circumstances.
What kind of experiences do you have with your workplace's methods to enhance well-being? Tell Yle, we are making a story
A Finnish workplace wellness expert argues that many common strategies employed to improve employee well-being are ineffective and suggests that focus should be on facilitating work processes instead.
Occupational health doctor to Yle: Exercise vouchers are wasted money
A Finnish occupational health expert argues that initiatives like exercise vouchers are ineffective in improving workplace well-being.
Occupational health doctor: Work well-being days, exercise benefits, and company bikes should be blown up and focus on the essentials
Eira Roos, an occupational health specialist, criticizes common workplace well-being initiatives in Finland as ineffective, arguing they misunderstand the sources of work capability and organizational success.
Evelin Ilves: The body immediately signals when it is out of balance
Evelin Ilves emphasizes the importance of recognizing the subtle warning signs of one's body in a noisy world, reflecting on her experiences and insights gained over her lifetime.
Evelin Ilves: the body signals immediately when it goes out of balance
Evelin Ilves discusses the importance of recognizing quiet signs from the body that indicate a loss of balance in health, reflecting on her experiences as a former first lady and her current role in health and wellness.
Builders exposed to exhaust gases in a popular concert venue's basement in Tampere - inspector intervened in violations
Inspectors found that workers at the historic Tulli Kamari construction site in Tampere were exposed to hazardous exhaust gases from diesel engines due to poor ventilation during renovations.
This substance may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer
Heavy metal cadmium is associated with an increased risk of pancreatic cancer, with the risk appearing to rise steadily with increasing exposure.
Liv Sannes became a highly valued employee for the Norwegian labor movement
Liv Sannes, a prominent figure in Norway's labor movement, passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 63, known for her contributions to occupational competence and health in a complex labor market.
This is how the new deputy leader of the SDP commented on Tytti Tuppurainen's 'defeat'
Seppo Eskelinen, the new deputy leader of the SDP parliamentary group, commented on the party's harassment controversy during an interview at the opening of Parliament, expressing hope for the forthcoming report on employee experiences from the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health.
EDETABEL > Is your job on the list? A large analysis revealed Estonia's most stressful professions
An analysis based on data from over 50,000 occupational health visits confirms that mental health risks are directly related to job characteristics and environment, highlighting sectors where employees face the highest mental health challenges.