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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.
Study: More Employers Than Ever Planning To Increase Investment In Employee Wellness
A recent Optum study reveals that more than twice as many employers are looking to increase their investments in employee health and wellness. This suggests that wellness programs are quickly becoming a differentiator in a competitive employment market.
Zappos Brings Music To Employee Wellness Program
In partnership with legendary guitar maker Fender, Zappos now offers employees an exciting new wellness benefit. Called Strum for the Sole, the program gives more than 1,500 employees access to an onsite “jam room” at its Las Vegas facility.
Survey: Millennials More Likely To Turn To Online Health Education Than Visit Doctors
A recent survey of more than 2,000 respondents revealed that millennials are increasingly turning to online sources for health advice rather than visiting medical professionals. The proliferation of inaccurate online information could lead to increased health risks and greater costs in the long run.
HDHP-Only Plans Continue Decline At Large Employers
For the second year in a row, fewer large employers are offering HDHPs as the only option for employees, expected to be down to 25% in 2020 from 39% in 2018.
USPTF: All Adults Should Be Screened For Illegal Drugs
To address the growing problem of illegal drug use, the U.S. Preventive Service Task Force recently drafted a recommendation that all adults in the country should be screened for drugs, regardless of their risk factors.