Author: Dawn Alvarez, PHR, CWC

The costs of unhealthy employees and the savings from healthy employees are real numbers that an employer can track both in higher health insurance rates and the costs of healthcare claims by employees. These numbers are so compelling, that many employers are creating wellness programs targeted at health education, exercise, and treatment of specific diseases for employees and their dependents. An employer can provide incentives to motivate employees to improve their health. Here is a great example:  Read more...