Staff Members Will Pay for Weight Loss Help.
Looking for incentives to get overweight workers to purchase into a wellness program? A recent research study suggests many workers are even willing to pay much – or all – of the cost themselves. Roughly 35 percent of firms with…
Can You Dock Smokers and Overeaters?
Studies show that roughly five percent of workers drive about 80 percent of your health benefit costs. No shocker here – Smokers and obese workers are the highest risk group for developing the sorts of chronic health problems that send…
Wellness Program Keys to Success.
Wellness programs come in all shapes and sizes. But regardless of plan design there are five common components that set the successful programs apart from the rest. At their core, wellness programs require constant monitoring and periodic adjustments. the programs…
Controversial Wellness Strategies.
Here’s more evidence that wellness programs pay for themselves – Over the last two years, one organization in five has seen meaningful improvement in employees’ health status – and began to stabilize their costs – according to one study. Among…
Wellness Program ROI.
Wellness programs are a long-term investment. But how long should you wait for results? Finance and the CEO want hard numbers to show return on investment (ROI). and wellness ROI is tougher to calculate than, say, a 401(k). 18-month guideline…
Wellness Fairs with a Twist..
A few years ago, business wellness fairs were all the rage. Now they’re making a comeback, with a slight twist. In the past, the fairs often better served the vendor(s) who came onsite than the needs of the hosting business…
Wellness Programs – Use of tobacco Cessation.
Medical research has long shown quitting smoking at any age can improve a person’s health. But a Duke Univ. shows that the group you may think would be the least likely to quit – individuals over the age of 50…
What Health Providers Are Not Telling You.
The organizations with the most cost-efficient health plans are the ones that streamline the services staff members receive for both their physical and mental health. As a long-term goal, having your general health plan, staff member assistance program (EAP) and…
Wellness Program Budgets.
Attempting to do more with less money? Here are three proven ways to align the dollars and cents of a wellness program in your budget. Common thread – the way you prepare – and control – your budget for a…
Worker obesity.
Thinking about an obesity-related disease management program for your organization? Here’s what you need to know. In order to be effective, the program must meet participants’ individual medical and psychological needs, not to mention your own organization’s need to control…