Obesity in the workplace is becoming a crippling factor in costing employers a lot of money. With more than one-third of Americans being obese the greater risk of diabetes, cancer, heart disease and other health problems are a serious cost concern not only for the business, but also for the worker. Annual medical costs for …
The twenty-first century and the growth of technology is changing the state of mind of working executives and allowing a new frontier of where and when work can get done. Being able to accomplish work from the home and office by using a variety of digital tools like smartphones, laptops and social networking sites provides …
With over 80 percent of Americans employed in jobs that are not laborious or physical, there is a growing trend in weight gain and obesity leading to a rise in health problems and stress. It begs the question, is work killing us softly? The types of jobs employees have don’t provide the exercise needed to …
The significant cost damage on organizations due to workplace discrimination of gay and transgender employees exposes the business to profit loss and unproductiveness. Companies need to consider retention and turnover as it reflects and relates to their business model. By offering diversity training videos it will be less likely those who were treated unfairly speak …
The U.S. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is the federal law protecting the privacy and security of patients’ health information and was enacted in 1996. HIPAA laws also protect electronically communicated information. Understanding the significance and importance of HIPAA laws is vital to all medical and health organizations. Companies are required to follow …
As the Baby Boomer generation begins to face retirement age and leave the workforce, Generation Y and the Millennial generations become the majority of the existing working class. It is clear there is a change coming to the makeup of the workforce. Many companies with Baby Boomer generation workers who have delayed their retirements because …
It is common knowledge that poor nutrition can affect many aspects of our daily lives, from our overall wellness, to our sleeping patterns and emotional state. Knowing this, can we assume that a better diet makes for more productive employees while on the job? Employers may want to consider corporate wellness training videos as a …
Many companies offer training programs for new-hires, but more and more are beginning to offer on-the-job training to their current workforce as well. Employers are taking note on the benefits of continuing education at all levels of employment within the organization. This fosters motivation in productivity, higher employee morale, company loyalty and better efficiency in …
There are many things that can be done to promote a healthy work atmosphere. Because there is a direct relationship in the health of the employees and the workplace, ensuring there is a culture of good health within the office can help diminish the rising costs from workers at risk of poor health. By transforming …
