David L. Katz, MD, has said, “What’s best for all of us tends to be best for each of us, too.” When it comes to global health, that statement certainly rings true. Around the world, the people who live the longest and with the best health tend to: Eat well Stay active Get proper sleep […]
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Not long ago, the prevailing wisdom was to buy an ergonomic chair when an employee was missing work because of chronic back pain. Or, if an employee suffered from carpal tunnel syndrome, employers could purchase an ergonomic keyboard to ease the pain. Those are both worthy and beneficial options, of course. But musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions […]
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The occasional night without sleep can leave anyone irritated and grouchy. But it might not cause much harm to long-term health and business productivity. Chronic poor sleep is defined as several consecutive nights of insufficient sleep. That may have mental health effects that can become much more serious, affecting concentration and decision-making. These issues can […]
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When I was a high school teacher, I used to compare the end of the school year to going over a waterfall. You’re floating down the river with your gear neatly organized in your boat. Then, all of a sudden, you’re falling. Everything you’ve so neatly put together is flying through the air around you. […]
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As the employee well-being space evolves and matures, we are seeing more employers try to capitalize on the intrinsic motivations of health influencers by creating wellness champion networks. These networks are largely comprised of volunteer employees who have a passion for health and well-being and want to support their employer in a culture of wellness. […]
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A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association1 says that moderate to vigorous physical activity can help reduce health risks even if it’s done in short sessions. In other words, the sum of the parts is as beneficial as the whole. The collected efforts of six 10-minute intervals are equal to the […]
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