Belgium should be more proactive in tackling mental health issues in the workplace, says OECD

Belgian companies, mutualities and employment services should be more proactive in helping people with mental health problems stay in the workplace or find a job, according to a new OECD report.

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• België moet geestelijke gezondheidsproblemen op het werk proactiever aanpakken, zegt de OESO
• België moet geestelijke gezondheidsproblemen op het werk proactiever aanpakken, zegt de OESO

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