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Fighting obesity: Some good news


June 10, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Cutting costs, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Obesity costs, Wellness programs

Looking for incentives to get overweight employees to buy into a wellness program?

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Obesity programs: 4 key ROI measures


June 3, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Chronic health conditions, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Obesity costs

 

Thinking about an obesity-related disease management program for your organization? Here’s what you need to know.

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April 21, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Latest News & Views, Obesity costs

Welcome to HealthFinanceNews! When it comes to employee healthcare in our country, there are three different languages spoken.

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Hidden health-cost driver right under your nose


April 8, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Cutting costs, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Obesity costs

Our apologies to folks who’re grabbing a quick bite to eat at their desks as they read this story. A recent study found that people who routinely eat meals at their desks at work are twice as likely to be exposed to germs that can cause serious illnesses. Long-term result: Higher absenteeism costs.

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Employee obesity costs: Some employers winning battle of the bulge


April 2, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: In this week's e-newsletter, Incentive programs, Latest News & Views, Obesity costs, Wellness programs

Nobody wants to be the food police at his or her organization. But with employee obesity rates — an related chronic health problems — soaring, more and more employers are taking matters into their own hands.

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