Health insurer finds stress an issue

According to recent research by private medical insurance association BUPA UK health insurance, women are significantly more likely to be stressed than men, leading to sleepless nights regarding finance and health .

Approximately 50 per cent of women are reported to be stressed, compared to around 40 per cent of men. Women have been seriously affected by the credit crunch, feeling more pressured in the workplace and causing fears over finances .

Women, the health insurance provider found, are simply not taking enough care of each other. Dr. Franklin, the deputy medical director at Bupa UK, reportedly commented:

It's not so much the battle of the sexes – but the battle of the stresses. Women are certainly bearing the brunt of Britain's stress both at home and in the workplace, and the situation is being worsened by the impact of the credit crunch. At turbulent times like these, when stress levels are soaring, looking after your health and wellbeing must be a priority. For the one in two worried women, know your body and read the stress symptoms – take regular exercise, try to eat a healthy, balanced diet, reduce alcohol consumption and learn how to relax. Take positive action and ensure you don't become another stress statistic.