First the pandemic brought suicide prevention to the forefront. Then the recent death of Stephen “Twitch” Boss, TV personality, dancer and DJ, brought the topic front and center for the holidays. Even if people didn’t know of Twitch or watch…
Wellness
Do you provide a diabetes-friendly workplace? You probably know someone at your company who has diabetes. But there are probably even more employees you aren’t aware of because they’re hiding it or they haven’t been diagnosed. In fact, more than…
The new year brings New Year's resolutions. Some people may vow to eat healthier, get organized, quit smoking or spend less. With employees eager to make changes to their lives, this is the perfect time for HR to reassess wellness…
Employees need your help. The issue at hand is the stress. HR likely feels it, too. So you're in the position to spearhead well-being improvements this year. Nearly 80% of employees say workplace stress affects their relationships with family, friends…
If you haven’t noticed, you probably will soon. Flu season came unusually early this year. The latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that from Oct. 1, 2022, through Nov. 26, 2022, there were: 8.7…
The holidays are almost here, which for a lot of employees means time off to spend and relax with family or maybe even a tropical vacation. You would think after that employees would come back recharged and refreshed, but that…
Over the weekend, a gunman opened fire in an LGBTQ+ nightclub in Colorado Springs, killing five people and leaving 17 injured, in what police are calling a hate crime against the LGBTQ+ community. In times of tragedy, it can be…
The growth of remote-first work opportunities means HR professionals are managing the needs of employees who might never share the same office. Meanwhile, changing attitudes about well-being and work-life balance have reshaped expectations about the wellness support employers should offer.…
The increased use of telehealth during the pandemic showed how willing your employees are to adapt to digital health care methods. In fact, between March 2019 and March 2021 the use of, and willingness to use, video telehealth jumped from…
Attracting and retaining talent starts with understanding what employees want. For Gen Z, which will make up over 30% of the workforce by 2030, priorities are vastly different than generations before them. This generation – thrust into the workforce at…
Common knowledge tells us that eating more fruits and vegetables, and cutting out processed foods is better than filling up on empty calories when it comes to managing weight and supporting overall health. However, the connection between food and well-being…
In the darkest days of COVID, many of your employees may have turned to online retailers to meet household needs. Seizing an opportunity, Amazon Pharmacy launched in November 2020. John Love, the vice-president of Amazon Pharmacy and PillPack, said a…
Whether you love or hate the colder months, the shift in sunlight can have an effect on your mood. While only 5% of Americans experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), up to 20% of Americans report getting the “winter blues” or…
Over the last year or so, the COVID-19 pandemic, the ‘Great Resignation’ and Quiet Quitting have all highlighted an undeniable truth: Mental health matters. And if you’re like many HR pros looking to recruit and retain top talent, consider this:…
Did you know that October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)? NDEAM aims to celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and emphasizes the importance of inclusive employment policies and practices. The hard truth is that many workers with…
The pandemic has changed the way we work and hold meetings. At first, most meetings were held via Zoom. But now that many people are back in the office, walking meetings are stepping forward as a healthy and productive alternative.…
