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The holiday season can be a very joyous time of year, but it can also be one of the most stressful times of year—especially for employees. According to survey results highlighted in Safety+Health magazine, 32% of respondents claimed that balancing holiday and work obligations makes the holidays more stressful for them and that they feel […]
Although newer research suggests that people are actually less depressed and less suicidal around the holidays, the World Health Organization reports that the number of people living around the world with depression increased 18.4% between 2005 and 2015, and that suicide was the second leading cause of death among those individuals aged 15 to 29 […]
Yesterday, we discussed behavioral intervention in the workplace and some of its benefits. Today’s post will highlight more information about how you can begin to develop and execute a behavioral intervention plan and strategy for your organization.
Stress in the workplace is now a widespread epidemic. According to extensive research conducted by The American Institute of Stress, 40% of workers reported their job was “very” or “extremely” stressful, and 80% of workers feel stress on the job. And it costs U.S. businesses $190 billion in annual healthcare costs alone—$300 billion in total. […]
Last month, we discussed criticisms surrounding claims that standing desks improve the health of users. Supporters of standing desks often point to studies that claim remaining seated for prolonged periods of time—as most office workers do—has negative impacts on our health.
Many organizations already offer mindfulness training programs or meditation programs. In fact, over 20% of organizations currently offer mindfulness training programs, with many more expected to follow suit soon.
Healthy lifestyles can lead to overall better outlooks on life, which definitely hold promise for workplaces where Americans toil away day after day, week after week, month after month, and year after year.
When flu season rolls around, there is a near constant fear of getting sick. Whether it’s from the germs that young children bring home with them from school or the sniffing coworker in the next office or cubicle, the flu is known for its contagious amplifying effect. And when it comes to work, the flu […]
Many employees may find it strange that with the end of summer, their employers start offering free flu shots, going so far as having the medical staff administering the shots come on-site to the office. But keeping employees healthy has real benefits to companies; providing a vaccine against one of the most common and contagious […]
Health, fitness wellness—whatever you want to call it—is a major focus in the United States, with health-related trends increasing significantly as Americans become passionate about staying fit and eating well.