How Employee Burnout Increases Healthcare Costs
Employee burnout is the new crisis of the global workplace. According to O.C. Tanner’s Global Culture Report, 79 percent of employees are suffering from mild, moderate, or severe burnout, with 40 percent falling in the moderate to severe category. H.R. professionals can’t help but notice this disturbing trend as 95 percent say burnout makes it difficult […]
Coronavirus: Stay Calm and Aware, But Don’t Panic
Whenever a new illness appears seemingly out of nowhere, and the media begins reporting an outbreak and deaths, it’s cause for alarm. With the coronavirus (COVID-19), the public has been understandably anxious. In a state of uncertainty, you may feel vulnerable and unsure of “what’s next.” It is essential to understand what the virus is, how […]
The Link Between Technology and Depression
Is there a correlation between using technology and depression? Some say yes. Researchers found a sudden increase in anxiety, depression, and suicide rates among teens around the time smartphones became popular. An AMA study in 2012 also showed that constant exposure to artificial light—even low-level light from computers and TV screens—can throw off our circadian rhythms, causing depression and […]
Finding Solutions for Surprise Medical Billing
According to KFF, 20 percent of insured adults had a surprise medical bill in the past two years, and 66 percent of adults are worried about being unable to pay unexpected medical bills. Some have accused insurance companies, hospitals, and doctors of putting profit over patients. For some patients, getting an unexpected bill for a treatment […]
3 Ways Love Can Improve Your Health
Being in love evokes many emotions. Associated emotions include happiness and excitement, but is “falling in love” good for your health? Research suggests, yes! It turns out expressing and receiving love in a healthy, long-term relationship can do wonders for your well-being. Experts say being in love can lower stress hormones, strengthen your immune system, […]
How Physical Fitness Benefits Mental Health
Twenty-seven percent of health insurers predict mental and behavioral conditions will be among the three most common conditions in the years ahead, and 26 percent say these conditions will be among the most expensive. As people struggle to balance unexpected traumas, work, family life, and financial stress, mental health disorders are becoming more and more […]
Tips for a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season
With all the shopping, socializing, and extra things on your to-do list, the onset of the holidays can quickly overwhelm you. Not only are there pesky cold and flu bugs floating around, but many people also suffer from seasonal depression or the holiday blues. Whether you’re a social butterfly or prefer to keep things low-key, […]
Five Ways to Reduce The Risk of Back Pain
Did you know office workers sit an average of 12 hours a day within a 16-hour waking period? It’s difficult for employees with desk jobs to get out of their chairs when a typical workday includes reading and replying to emails, making phone calls, and attending meetings. Sedentary jobs have increased by 83% since 1950, and […]
Five Factors Contributing to Childhood Obesity
Children are often unaware of the patterns or conditions that cause obesity, therefore, placing the responsibility on adults to lead them in the right direction. Junk food, candy, and sugary beverages may be tasty and rewarding to children, but how do they contribute to their overall lifestyle? What effect do these snacks, along with genetics […]
Five Things Employers Should Consider When Looking for a Direct Primary Care Provider
The goal of DPC is to provide patients with convenient primary care in the effort to prevent illness, reduce hospitalization and encourage healthy living. Over the last decade, prices for healthcare grew faster than the general economy, so it’s no surprise that almost 92 percent of Americans say they have a major or minor problem paying basic healthcare bills. […]