The Need for Employer-based Health Screenings
By Cameual Wright, MD Chronic disease and its associated costs have led to skyrocketing healthcare spending in the United States. The costs attributed to treating chronic disease account for more than 75 percent of healthcare spending. In an effort to decrease healthcare spending and improve access to care, Congress passed the Affordable Care Act in […]
The Importance of Spiritual/Mental Health Initiatives in the Workplace
By Derek Hansen, Director of Chaplaincy Services Wellness is about more than just physical health, exercise and nutrition. It’s the full integration of physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Wellness is multifaceted, and each of these facets interact and contribute to our overall wellbeing. Compassion, capacity for love, forgiveness, altruism, joy and fulfillment are components of […]
5 Myths and Misconceptions About Diabetes
When it comes to health and wellness, being proactive and staying in tune with your body is the best way to prevent diseases or catch them early before the road to recovery becomes even harder. But with diabetes, the symptoms can often fly under the radar. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention almost […]
Slow it Down: How Walking Can Be Better Than Running
By Brittany Nelson, MS, RD, CHWC The importance of walking is sometimes overlooked because of other high-intensity exercises that are popular. But whether it’s for weight loss or just toning your muscles, physical activity at any level can benefit your overall health and wellbeing. Anything is better than nothing—remember that when thinking about incorporating some […]
Tips for Eating on the Go
By Katie Boscia, RD, IBCLC, CDE People are so busy today that nutrition is often the last item on our list of priorities. Between work and running kids to and from activities, there isn’t a lot of time left for planning or cooking meals. But beware of quick, convenient foods because they’re high in fat, […]
Spring Clean Your Fitness Routine
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist After the seemingly endless winter months, many of us look to the spring as a time for new beginnings. Spring is a great time to take stock of where we are, as well as an opportunity to declutter and re-organize as we plan for the exciting, warm months ahead. The […]