A new Consumer Health Mindset survey by Aon Hewitt finds that employees "who see their organizations as having a strong culture of health are happier, less stressed, and more likely to take control of their well-being than other employees," according to Business and...
You may have missed it, but this weekend the world celebrated UN World Water Day. In recognition, Chef Ashleybelle, a professional who focuses on nutrition and well-being, wrote in LinkedIn: "With so many people growing confused about how much water to drink amongst...
Monica Velazquez: "Some of these manufacturers claim that offering sleep pods in the workplace, where employees can recharge and re-focus, can lead to a more attentive, alert, and productive workforce. However, do such sleep pods or 'quiet' rooms belong in the...
"CVS pharmacy makes employees take a 'Wellness Exam,' which includes questions on whether they are sexually active and blood work to see if they are at risk for 'a variety of medical conditions,'" a woman claims in a class action in state court," Courthouse News...
"Employers continue to invest in wellness programs aimed at improving employees’ health. In 2014, 3 in 4 employers plan to offer incentives to employees who participate in health improvement programs compared = and the financial value of these incentives has grown to...
The Washington Post profiles the 2014 Crossfit Games. "If you’re unfamiliar with that televised spectacle, it’s essentially the Olympics of exercise, with athletes testing their dominance in a series of surprise (and often borderline sadistic) events; last year’s...
Experient Health: "Alcohol and substance misuse or abuse by employees can have serious ramifications for employers. Employees with substance abuse problems are absent more often, have lower productivity and poor work performance, are more susceptible to injury due to...
Experient Health: "Snacking on soft drinks, candy bars and chips several times a week can detract from an overall healthy diet and lead to weight gain. Plus, many of the typical vending machine choices offer little nutritional value or substance, and could leave the...
"A bill creating a tax credit for businesses that offer workplace wellness programs has been passed by the Wisconsin State Legislature and is on its way to being signed by Gov. Scott Walker," BizTimes.com reports. The Healthy Jobs Act "was unanimously passed by both...