Just how serious is the obesity epidemic to companies?
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Another ruling confirms obesity as a disability
Obesity may not yet be an official disability under federal employment law. But as a recent case shows, it might as well be.
Smoking or obesity: Which costs health plans more?
When it comes to wellness programs, the two biggest goals have always been: a) Get employees to lose weight, and b) get them to stop smoking. But a recent study gives employers a better idea of what their No. 1 wellness focus should be.
Hospital to obese applicants: Sorry, not interested
Can employers have a formal policy against hiring obese workers? A hospital in Texas thinks so.
Severe obesity as a disability: New ADA trend?
Another federal court has ruled that morbid obesity qualifies as a disability – even if it’s not caused by an underlying medical problem.
Wellness could be key to reduced workers’ comp
A new study has revealed two more reasons to encourage obese employees to join weight loss programs.
Crucial question to ask wellness participants
There’s one question many companies aren’t asking that could pinpoint who would benefit most from your wellness program.
Obesity: The next deluge of disability bias suits?
Can obesity qualify as a disability? The folks at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission say yes.
Another area where smokers and the obese are costing you
By now you know all about the massive healthcare bills smokers, poor eaters and couch potatoes can rack up. But you may be surprised to hear how much they’re costing you in another vital area.
Smoking bans and employee weight gain linked, study says
Programs that encourage workers to quit smoking are great. But there’s one problem employers need to keep in mind.
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