Obesity and Greater Employer Costs
Monday, August 27, 2012 at 11:42PM Employers are sharing the problem of obesity. While many employees are struggling with weight, employers are seeing heavy consequences on their business. Research shows that employers are spending billions of dollars in medical expenses to cover their obese employees. This includes claims for services resulting from obesity-related diseases, prescription costs, and disability. The cost only increases when employers factor in the increased absenteeism and loss of productivity that are often seen as a result.
Benefits of Dependent Participation in Wellness Programs
Sunday, August 26, 2012 at 4:52PM When implementing wellness programs, HR professionals have many options. From program topics to eligibility, the choice is dependent on your company’s culture and health care goals. Many companies limit their wellness programs to employees, but research shows there’s a significant cost savings when programs are opened to dependents. Although it does have its challenges, dependent participation can increase both health care savings and overall employee motivation.
Preventing Bullying in the Workplace
Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at 5:10PM Bullying is a harsh reality in many workplaces around the globe. Unlike workplace harassment, bullying is not illegal in the US, but it can affect an employee’s wellbeing, nonetheless. HR professionals can implement anti-bullying policies in their wellness program to provide their employees a less stressful and safer work environment.
Work/life Balance Through Flexible Work Arrangements
Friday, August 17, 2012 at 12:11AM In today’s hectic business world, employees not only have heavy work demands, but plenty of family and home responsibilities, as well. The average employee is in constant search of some form of work/life balance. Employers can take steps to help their employees by incorporating flexible work arrangement initiatives into their wellness programs.
Memory Loss Prevalent in Stressed Employees
Monday, August 13, 2012 at 11:32PM Stress is known to contribute to many conditions, including high blood pressure and depression. Current research is now showing that it may also have a significant impact on memory loss. This is bad news for employees who deal with increasing work demands, and bad news for the employers who are trying to stay competitive.