ORGANIZATION. The survey on perception of Sahlgrenska Academy’s institutions that was conducted last spring does not form the basis for a review of the institution’s departmentalization. This was the conclusion of the Academy Board. The survey, “Views on Sahlgrenska Academy’s Institutions 2015” was conducted during March and April. 680 people responded, which gave a good response frequency – 65 percent. The survey was developed in cooperation with the Research and…
Gardening therapy helps women on long-term sick leave return to work
NEW STUDY. Being and working in a garden combined with active job coaching can effectively help women on long-term sick leave return to work. A study conducted at Sahlgrenska University explored the reasons for the trend. Women are statistically overrepresented as being at risk of becoming chronically ill and on sick leave. In addition to the economic burden on society, long-term sick leave has significant negative consequences on the women…