With today’s rising health care costs and increasing individual focus on health, wellness is becoming more and more important. Davis Dyer Max understands the importance of improving employee wellness for both intrinsic and cost benefits. Steps to a successful wellness program So what can you do to ensure a successful wellness program? The following are four…
Metabolic syndrome is not one specific syndrome, but a group of related syndromes which can have a negative effect on your overall health. Generally, the phrase “metabolic syndrome” includes the conditions: High blood pressure High blood sugar levels Bad cholesterol Excess body fat around the waist (a waist circumference greater than 35” for women and…
One of the many provisions buried in the Affordable Care Act is the ability for employers to set up workplace wellness programs that incentivize employees to take better care of themselves. A healthier workforce doesn’t just reduce insurance premiums. It’s also a workforce that is more productive when it’s at work and that takes fewer…
Workplace wellness programs are an increasingly important part of the employee benefits program, designed to encourage employees to take steps to prevent the onset of worsening health conditions and eliminate unhealthy behaviours, through nutrition seminars and physical activity. While they are often touted a costly venture for employers, such investments can pay off handsomely for employers,…
