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The humble houseplant has the potential to cut office sickness rates and boost productivity - if workers remember to water them, suggests a new report. According to the Plants4Life report, having some natural greenery in the office may also improve workers' concentration, reports the Scotsman. It may also improve well-being by enhancing people's mood, according to the report. The report also claimed installing houseplants into work places could reduce symptoms such as fatigue, headaches and coughs. Source: ANI << Scientists: Protein Controlling Liver Stem Cells May Preven... Depression Spoils Our Sense of Smell >> Recommended Reading Houseplants Can Have Positive Effects on Elderly Caring for houseplants can have very positive effects on the lives of retirement community residents, according to a new study. READ MORE Endometriosis Hampers Women's Work Productivity A first of its kind study to gauge the societal impact of endometriosis has shown that the condition hampers work productivity considerably among women who suffer from it. READ MORE Gambling As Bad As Binge Drinking - Australian Productivity Commission Gambling could be as bad as binge drinking for an individual's health, Australia's Productivity Commission has said. READ MORE Ageing Australia Can Be Saved By Boosting Productivity – Kevin Rudd Increasing productivity is the only answer to problems Australia is sure to face on account of an ageing population, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd says. READ MORE Most Popular on Medindia A-Z Drug Brands in India Drug - Food Interactions Sinopril (2mg) (Lacidipine)
