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Archives for December, 2011


Doctor explains benefits of wellness programs

12/30/2011

Many companies are hoping to see a decrease in healthcare costs in 2012, but it isn't likely if they don't take any action.
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Can plain packages deter teens from smoking?

12/30/2011

One of the best ways to reduce smoking rates in the U.S. is to keep teens from picking up the habit in the first place.
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Chef offers tips for successful weight loss

12/30/2011

Employee wellness programs can encourage people to lose weight, and can even help create plans for them to follow so they can live a healthier life.
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Fight rising healthcare costs with wellness programs

12/29/2011

A survey released by Mercer found that worker benefit costs are expected to rise by 5.4 percent in 2012, according to CNN.
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Facts about smoking that may encourage people to quit

12/29/2011

While many individuals make it a New Year's resolution to quit smoking, relatively few people are sucessful.
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Researchers find that the some foods may benefit brain health

12/29/2011

Employee wellness programs can help teach workers all the important reasons to eat the right foods.
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Tips for holding on to weight loss goals

12/29/2011

According to USA.gov, one of the most common New Year's resolutions made by Americans is to lose weight, something that employee wellness programs try to help workers do.
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Wellness programs reduce costs and create healthier employees

12/29/2011

Employee wellness programs have a number of benefits, the most important being the increased health of workers.
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Smoking while pregnant could damage the child's arteries

12/29/2011

Nurse practitioners at onsite clinics can help workers learn effective tips to stop smoking.
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Mothers may play an important role in their child's future weight

12/28/2011

Employee wellness programs teach workers healthy habits that they can bring home to their families.
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Researchers find holes in tobacco company research

12/28/2011

Employee wellness programs can help workers give up cigarettes, which is one of the top 10 New Year's resolutions made by Americans annually, according to USA.gov.
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Diet may effectively prevent pancreatitis

12/28/2011

Lately, there has been a great deal of discussion about the benefits of following a Mediterranean diet, which is low in fat and high in fruits, vegetables, fish, olive oil and whole grains.
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Poor diet could be considered an occupational hazard

12/27/2011

Employee wellness programs are designed to help workers maintain a healthy weight, something that may be easier for some than others.
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Smoking associated with higher skin cancer risk

12/23/2011

Employee wellness programs can help people give up smoking, a habit that may lead to a variety of conditions.
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Looking to animals for clues to obesity

12/23/2011

Obesity is becoming an epidemic in this country.
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Doctor discusses complications of obesity and pregnancy

12/21/2011

While nurse practitioners at onsite clinics can help all workers come up with a diet that can be beneficial to them, pregnant employees, in particular, may be in need of the services offered by these programs.
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Even with moderate weight return, a diet is still healthy and helpful

12/21/2011

It's time to start working on those New Year's resolutions, and employee wellness programs are here to help staff reach their goals.
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Study finds more obese people in wealthier countries

12/21/2011

Employee wellness programs can help overweight or obese workers come up with a plan to shed pounds.
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Secondhand smoke may cause asthma complications

12/20/2011

Many smokers want to quit, but some may need extra motivation to give up the habit.
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Officials call for cigar company to be dropped as sponsor of football game

12/20/2011

One of the best ways to reduce smoking rates is to keep people from picking up the habit in the first place.
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Dieting may help individuals live longer

12/20/2011

Employee wellness programs can help workers find a diet that works for them, so they can maintain a healthy weight.
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Researchers work to re-frame discussion of calorie contents

12/19/2011

When it comes to encouraging people to eat healthier, many physicians and researchers are at their wit's end.
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Researchers get first scientific proof that acupuncture lowers stress

12/19/2011

Employee wellness programs can offer workers tips for how to deal with anxiety in a healthy way, rather than turning to smoking or alcohol to find relief.
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Study shows a working mother is a happy one

12/15/2011

On site clinics can be valuable resources for working parents, many of whom barely have the time to take a shower let alone schedule a trip to the doctor.
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Keep those New Year's resolutions with a little help from dairy

12/15/2011

Employee wellness programs can get people on track to reach their New Year's resolution goals.
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Study shows beef can still be a part of a healthy diet

12/15/2011

Nurse practitioners at on site clinics can inform workers of ways that they can reduce their weight and improve their overall health.
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Onsite clinics may improve productivity and reduce company spending

12/14/2011

As healthcare costs continue to rise, it can be difficult for employers to know how to effectively save money without taking anything away from their workers.
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Shift workers at risk of feeling socially excluded

12/14/2011

Employee wellness programs can benefit all workers, but individuals who work non-traditional hours may be in particular need of extra health resources.
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Hotel chain offers wellness programs to reduce worker stress

12/14/2011

Companies that are hesitating to implement employee wellness programs should consider the results of the recent Thomson Reuters Workforce Wellness Index, which found that the unhealthy behaviors of workers costs the average corporation $670 a year per staff member.
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A mother's weight has a large impact on the baby

12/13/2011

Nurse practitioners at onsite clinics can help employees take control of their weight, which is important for everyone, but especially for workers who are currently or are trying to, get pregnant.
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Quitting smoking has a positive effect on overall quality of life

12/13/2011

Employee wellness programs offer tips to help workers quit smoking, which can be a difficult task.
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Quick workouts may effectively control glucose levels of diabetics

12/12/2011

Exercising is key to reducing an individual's risk of developing a variety of chronic conditions that may raise company healthcare costs.
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Cue exposure may reduce binge eating

12/12/2011

Employee wellness programs try to encourage workers to live healthy lifestyles.
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Individuals who are sleepy at work may want to drink cherry juice

12/9/2011

In the past, studies found that insomnia impacts worker productivity and lead to monetary loss for companies.
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Female shift workers have increased risk of diabetes

12/7/2011

While employee wellness programs are designed to offer all individuals the tools they need to stay healthy in an office environment, female shift workers, in particular, may be in need of these types of initiatives.
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Can't stop snacking at work? Try a quick walk

12/7/2011

Employee wellness programs are designed to help workers take control of their health, which is something that can be very difficult for individuals who are part of the traditional 9-to-5 grind.
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Having trouble losing weight? Working out is still worth it

12/6/2011

Employee wellness programs encourage workers to maintain a healthy lifestyle, not only to increase the well-being of staff but also to lower company healthcare costs.
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Apartments are breeding grounds for secondhand smoke

12/6/2011

Nurse practitioners at onsite clinics can help encourage employees to quit smoking by offering them cessation tips and tools to reduce their dependence on nicotine.
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Eating right may reduce the risk of stroke

12/5/2011

Employee wellness programs aim to reduce the number of workers who get sick each year with preventable conditions, such as the kind brought on by smoking an obesity.
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Researchers discover gene that regulates weight

12/5/2011

Nurse practicioners at onsite clinics can offer workers tools to fight obesity, one of the largest health concerns in the U.S.
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One company plans to expand initiatives to encourage healthy behaviors

12/5/2011

Employers are doing whatever they can these days to combat rising healthcare costs, and they're finding that it isn't easy.
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Californians need better access to mental care

12/2/2011

Despite a state law that mandates that health insurance providers offer an option that includes mental health treatment, nearly 2 million Californians are reporting that they are revecing no or inadequate care for their psychological needs.
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Tax manufacturers, not buyers, of sugary foods, say researchers

12/2/2011

Obesity is becoming such a major problem in the U.S. that the government is searching for ways to intervene to make people think twice about what they are eating.
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Working mothers multitask more, sometimes with negative results

12/1/2011

While all working professionals could benefit from employee wellness programs that teach healthy ways to relieve stress, parents who juggle between their home and office life can experience particularly high levels of anxiety.
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Sitting for long periods of time can lead to more fat

12/1/2011

Employee wellness programs can help encourage workers to remain active, which is important for individuals who want to stay healthy.
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