Amid the US-Iran conflict and growing regional uncertainty, West Asian employers are ramping up protections for workers. Companies are offering extended leave, flexible work, mental well-being support, and relocation help so families can be reunited. Indian expatriates are among those benefiting from these measures designed to reduce stress and improve safety during volatile periods.
The ILO says work related stress drives about 0.84 million deaths each year globally, fueled by long working hours, job insecurity, and workplace harassment. The organization estimates the economic cost of these psychosocial pressures reaches 1.37% of global GDP annually, urging stronger protections and safer work environments.
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Canadian universities say they are extending relief to international students affected by the Middle East conflict. Schools including the University of Victoria, Queen’s, Carleton, and McGill are offering exam deferrals, longer tuition deadlines, additional financial assistance, and expanded mental health services to help students stay on track during disruption.
Mave Health has raised $2.1 million in a seed round to build a wearable headset aimed at mental health and cognitive performance. The device uses transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS). The company says early users have reported notable improvements in productivity alongside reduced stress, positioning the startup at the intersection of mental wellness and neurotech.
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