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EEOC To Update Wellness Rules In January 2020
The EEOC is planning to release proposed rules on employee wellness programs in January 2020. The proposal will include guidance on when incentives offered to employees for participation in wellness programs violate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Careers With Purpose, Not Just Passion, Enrich Employees’ Lives
When it comes to deciding on a career path, “follow your passion” gets thrown around frequently. While it certainly sounds good, it doesn’t appear to be practical. Studies show this advice may be oversimplifying, at best, and actively detrimental, at worse.
Year-End Review: Wellness Benefits Top Employees’ Wish Lists
Editors at Employee Benefits News looked at some of the top trending benefits employees coveted in 2019. Overwhelmingly, employees are most thankful for the benefits that help them lead happier and healthier lives.
Survey: Holistic Approach to Wellness Boosts Productivity, Attracts Top Talent
Today’s employees are working harder than ever before on achieving their personal wellness goals, but this extra energy has not yielded desired results. Workers want more guidance and support from employer programs to navigate health and financial decisions.
Tobacco Use Isn’t Going Away—It’s Becoming More Insidious
Decades of public awareness campaigns, anti-smoking laws, and court cases have all heavily influenced society’s perception of cigarette use. Consequently, the population of users has steadily decreased over the years—until recently.
Sitting At A Desk All Day Is Bad For Productivity
Sometimes, simple changes can produce big results. A new report claims that if working adults added an extra 15-minute walk to their daily routine, the world economy could grow by $100 billion per year.
Solitude, Not Loneliness, Can Promote Creativity, Confidence, and Improve Relationships
Despite increasing reports of the “loneliness epidemic” over the last few years, some experts advise that intentionally practicing solitude can offer a host of benefits, including promoting creativity, confidence, and improving relationships
Studies Show Walking Improves Sleep, Could Help Prevent Alzheimer’s
As researchers continue to look for the best ways to encourage lifelong health, evidence continues to show that walking may be an important foundational habit. In a recent study, increased physical activity was linked to better sleep.
Companies Can’t Afford To Ignore Employee Sleep
As companies look at ways to encourage employees toward holistic well-being, it’s easy to focus on things like physical activity, nutrition, or financial wellness. However, many may not realize the importance of one foundational health issue: sleep.