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Survey: Only 52% Of American Adults Plan To Get Flu Shot This Year
A recent poll reveals that only 52% of American adults plan to get the flu vaccine this year. Companies should look to boost this number, as flu vaccines are one of the few wellness program with a direct return on investment for companies.
Study: Early Workplace Intervention Could Be Key to Diabetes Prevention
Certain occupations have up to three times higher risk of developing diabetes. This has significant implications for employers globally, especially ones in the U.S., where 30.3 million adults have type 2 diabetes and another 84.1 million have prediabetes.
CMS Announces Wellness Program Demonstration Project
CMA announced that it is beginning a pilot program for state-based health-contingent wellness programs. With the influx of new participants in this pilot program, employers in those states will likely feel pressure to offer wellness programs as a benefit.
Survey: Employers Eye Employee-Centric Health Benefits To Stay Competitive
A survey revealed that 77% of employers believe that offering “innovative” health benefits to employees is a key factor in competing for workers in a tight job market.
Study: “Gamification” Can Increase Physical Activity
A study suggests that adding game elements to weight loss interventions can increase physical activity in overweight and obese participants. The trend toward “gamification” in a variety of arenas shows promise for companies looking to increase participation in corporate wellness programs.
Study Finds Connection Between Physical Fitness And Brain Health
A new study on a series of brain exercises designed to test memory, sharpness, judgment, and accuracy suggests that one of the best ways to preserve brain health is to stay physically fit.
Survey: Employees Prioritize Work Environment Over Other Wellness Benefits
What do employees want most? A recent survey of more than 1,600 office-based employees revealed that their most desired wellness perks centered primarily around environmental factors.
Personality Profiling In The Workplace: Worth The Risks?
As organizations continue to leverage data and analytics to create high performing teams, one practice that’s growing in popularity is the use of personality profile tests in the workplace. However, employers should be wary of unintended consequences.
CDC Investigating Vaping-Related Illnesses In 33 States
The CDC revealed that possible vaping-related respiratory illnesses have more than doubled, rising to 450 possible cases in 33 states. Five suspected vaping-related deaths have also been reported. Employers should consider the rise in e-cigarettes when thinking about smoking cessation and employee wellness.