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Absenteeism: how health prevention can reduce costs

IRIS Prévention
15 March 2026

The hidden cost of absenteeism

With an average of 17.2 days of absence per employee each year, absenteeism represents a major challenge for French companies. This figure, far from inevitable, can be significantly reduced through appropriate health prevention policies.

The levers of prevention

The most effective health prevention programs combine several approaches:

  • Early screening: identifying risks before they become pathologies
  • Health coaching: guiding employees toward better lifestyle habits
  • Personalized follow-up: adapting recommendations to each profile

Measurable results

According to an IPSOS study, 59% of decision-makers believe that health check-ups reduce costs related to absenteeism. At IRIS Prévention, our clients see an average 25% reduction in absenteeism after 12 months of program.