Prudential Bank has rolled out a comprehensive health screening exercise for its employees, reinforcing its belief that a healthy workforce is the bedrock of dependable banking.
The initiative, running this month in partnership with Bob Freeman Hospital, an SIC-owned health facility, is part of the bank’s Wellness Month and reflects a strategic shift from treating issues to catching them early, before it becomes a crisis.
The timing of the screening, deliberately scheduled during June, which is globally recognised as Wellness Month, underlines the bank’s dedication to preventive care rather than reactive treatment.
Healthier lives
Speaking on the importance of the exercise, the Head of Human Resources, Lilian Antwiwaa Asante, emphasised that the bank believed that its people were its greatest asset and that the health of staff was not just a personal matter, but a strategic priority.
“We want every staff member to know their numbers, catch potential issues early and then see how we can all take proactive steps towards healthier lives. That is why we bear the full cost of this exercise.”
She added that the bank was not just “talking” wellness but rather, investing in it.
“This is a tangible expression of what our slogan stands for: dependability.
This is because dependability starts with taking care of our own.”
According to the Head of Public Relations at the bank, Bennet Frimpong, the drive was part of a broader wellness strategy that included mental health awareness, ergonomic workstations and regular wellness tips.
He added that as Ghanaian businesses increasingly recognise the link between employee health and productivity, Prudential Bank stands out as a key driver in workplace wellness.
“The message is clear: a bank that cares for its people builds a foundation of trust with staff, with customers and with the community,” he added.
