Three years ago, Annika came into contact with OneLab for the first time when her workplace offered all employees a health screening. The result was an eye-opener for Annika, and on the journey towards a healthier lifestyle, OneLab has been by her side throughout.
Annika has worked in the auditing industry for several decades — a sector marked by stressful periods, high workloads and many overtime hours. It is not uncommon for the increased workload during certain periods to lead to prolonged stress among employees. Stress that in turn can develop into burnout.
Annika herself had rarely reflected on how she was feeling or her work situation — she simply rolled up her sleeves and got on with it, as most people do. But when OneLab came into the picture, she had proof in black and white that her health was not in great shape.
– My workplace offered us a health screening and my results showed I had room for improvement in areas including diet, physical activity, stress and sleep. They were not hugely serious problems, but my results showed there were some smaller risks and it definitely made me think about needing to change my lifestyle if I wanted to keep going for a while longer, says Annika.
Care matching offered
After the results from OneLab’s health screening, a health plan was started with a focus on prioritising diet and exercise. Annika also received help with care matching and spoke to a doctor at a health centre who confirmed she had diabetes — something she had no idea about. Throughout, Annika has had ongoing contact with OneLab’s nurses, primarily Evelina.
– Evelina and I have continued to have check-ins where we revised my plan based on my progress. I completed a new health screening after six months to see if my values had improved, which they had on several points. Not least regarding treatment for my diabetes, says Annika.
She experienced a warm and personal approach from OneLab’s nurses and staff, who really saw her and offered support.
– OneLab’s health screening has meant a major health gain for me and I am glad my employer understood the importance of catching employees early. For me, it really only took small tools to change how I was feeling in the right, positive direction. Of course it is up to the individual to take action, but OneLab provides the right conditions and help along the way, says Annika.
A brighter and healthier everyday life
Another health screening with OneLab is booked soon and Annika hopes for continued improved results. She feels today that she is much better since the first test.
– I feel good now, but of course well-being goes up and down. I have gained better control over my sleep and been relieved of some work tasks, so stress is not as present as before. With diet and exercise I continue to take small steps in the right direction to find an approach that works for me. But overall I have received help with my biggest health problems and I am on my way to an everyday life where I am happy with myself, thanks to OneLab, says Annika.
