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The secret to better work relationships, sunnier attitudes, and reduced company health care costs is (literally) right at your feet.
The simple act of walking for 30 minutes a day can help boost employee morale by increasing endorphins (the feel good chemicals in the brain) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says companies … Continue Reading »

The Diet Detective can help!
Introducing the all-new Think B4 You Eat posters that are quickly becoming bestsellers. These eye-catching posters zero in on counting calories for winning weight loss and provide a continual reminder to employees about the impact of food choices.

The best, no-nonsense eating plan for weight loss, according to new research, is counting … Continue Reading »

It’s no secret that obesity is a problem in many industrialized countries, but did you know that in the U.S. alone, our expanding waistlines may cost $344 billion in medical-related costs by the year 2018?
According to a recent report on obesity for America’s Health Rankings, an obese employee will average $2,460 more in medical bills … Continue Reading »

Did you know…

Thirty to 80% of financially distressed workers spend time at their place of employment worrying about personal finances and dealing with financial issues instead of working.
And research shows that workers with financial worries are more likely to report poor health and are absent more frequently. Clearly, ‘fiscal fitness’ is an important part … Continue Reading »

People who have to accommodate others who become ill from odor nuisance often assume that they are imagining their illness. Research has indicated that this is not the case. These people detect some smells more rapidly and process the information more deeply in the brain.
The subconscious mind associates odor with experiences and uses odors as … Continue Reading »

Did you know …

The cost of work-related injuries to the economy has been estimated to be $127 billion annually, according to the National Safety Council. And back injuries alone cost businesses more than $10 billion in workers’ compensation expenses and approximately 100 million work days each year, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety … Continue Reading »

The power goes out and suddenly your workplace is drenched in darkness. Are you and your employees prepared? Here are some steps to take before and during a power failure:

Before:

Familiarize employees with exit routes in case immediate evacuation is necessary. Assign department leaders who can mobilize employees and find the safest route out.
Keep flashlights in … Continue Reading »

Reinforce positive health messages every day. Each month, Personal Best® wellness calendars feature a theme that fosters healthy, safe and productive employees. Packed full of tips and practical advice, our calendars are the perfect way to send employees a powerful health message.
Here are some of the features of our award-winning calendars:

Bold delivery of health and … Continue Reading »

We’ve all heard the news that preventive care (seeing a health care provider for regular screenings and checkups) can be cost-effective. But if employees don’t fully understand their health care benefits, how can they use them? Here are some suggestions to ensure that employees have the information they need:

Help new employees understand their health … Continue Reading »

Motivate employees to get fit for better health! Promote walking in the workplace with the all-new Walking for My Wii™ Challenge, a motivating 12-week program that gets employees fired up about fitness.

Walking is one of the easiest, most convenient exercises you can promote — plus the health benefits are extensive! With this complete walking program, … Continue Reading »