On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, organized by the Addiction Prevention Competence Centre in partnership with the Institute of Public Health of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a round table entitled Improving Employee Health in the Workplace was successfully held.
The event took place at the premises of the Institute of Public Health of FBiH in Sarajevo and brought together experts from the fields of public health, labour and social policy, addiction prevention, as well as representatives of the media and other relevant institutions. The aim of the event was to raise awareness about the importance of investing in employee health and safety, which in the long term contributes to increased productivity, reduced economic losses, and the sustainability of organizations.
As part of the programme, the Results of the Research on Monitoring and Protection of Employee Health in FBiH were presented, with a particular focus on the issue of addiction. During the panel discussion, participants addressed the importance of implementing preventive measures in the workplace, especially for employees working under challenging conditions or in positions involving increased health risks. Participants exchanged opinions and examples of good practice, including international experiences in the field of prevention, such as workplace smoking cessation programmes.
The round table was preceded by a mini campaign titled Professionalism Has No Promille. You Have Responsibility aimed at sensitizing employers to the creation of a healthy and safe working environment, as well as influencing employees’ attitudes and behaviours regarding the consumption of alcohol and other psychoactive substances in the workplace.,
Investing in preventive programmes, both within the healthcare system and in the workplace, represents a long-term investment in human capital and organizational stability. Prevention not only reduces the costs of treatment and sick leave but also contributes to fostering a culture of health, safety, and responsibility among employees. The workplace, as a setting where adults spend a significant portion of their day, is an ideal environment for implementing educational and preventive activities that can have a substantial impact on both individuals and the collective.
*Healthy Work Environment for All! is an addiction prevention and workplace health promotion programme that provides support to management representatives and human resources departments. The programme is implemented by the Addiction Prevention Competence Centre. More detailed information on how to join the programme is available here.
