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thrive. Our dedication extends beyond borders, ensuring that businesses, governments, and
institutions can navigate the path to growth and sustainability with confidence.”

Highlighting the impact of regional conflicts and disease outbreaks, International SOS stated

that over 2,000 assistance cases are attributed to the Ukraine crisis, and more than 100
alerts are linked to ‘Mpox’. The organisation further asserted that it has observed a notable
increase in climate-related alerts, with a staggering 80% rise in medical alerts, a 30%

increase in security alerts, and a fourfold rise in climate-related special advisories during
2023. These special advisories entail specific warnings or guidelines issued by agencies and

specialised organisations like International SOS, pertaining to the impact of climate change
on health, security, and business operations.

In response to these evolving challenges, International SOS said that it will continue to

pioneer innovative approaches to ensure employee well-being in challenging environments.
A key focus has been the accelerated expansion of TeleHealth services to 35 countries,
providing essential healthcare services remotely. The recently launched ‘SelfService’

TeleConsultation solutions further demonstrate the organisation’s commitment to accessible
and quality care on a global scale. These efforts align with an environmentally conscious

mindset, reducing unnecessary travel and associated environmental impacts.

International SOS’s customised health and security consulting for workforce resilience has
yielded positive outcomes for organisations worldwide. By partnering with International

SOS, businesses have experienced a reduction in strain on workforces, decreased sickness-
related costs, and generated significant savings.

According to the ‘Return on Investment Study’ conducted by IPSOS, 64% of surveyed
professionals affirm that organisations like International SOS have played a pivotal role in

reducing incidents and critical events, reducing the cost of business operations and travel.
Similarly, 65% acknowledge that such organisations have been instrumental in averting

financial losses and legal expenses through proactive risk assessment and mitigation
strategies. The study also highlights that 57% of surveyed professionals believe that

organisations like International SOS contribute to savings by enhancing medical care
management and optimising the overall medical experience.

Industry leaders are emphasising the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to global
health issues, focusing on the integration efforts across sectors such as education,

infrastructure, environment, planning, finance, and governance. In keeping with this
mission, International SOS has played a significant role in contributing to the global health

agenda, both in the consulting and private sector realms, as well as in the Aid and
Development sector.

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