How to future-proof your weight-management strategy
Weight-loss medications have taken center stage in obesity and chronic condition care—and they’re not slowing down anytime soon. As new indications emerge and oral versions move closer to market, it’s no surprise that employers are reevaluating their benefit strategies. But many of those strategies focus more on access than what happens next. Medications can be […]
8 essential tips to know if a weight management solution is right for your workforce
As rising rates of obesity and related chronic conditions continue to impact workforce health, employers and health plans are increasingly exploring weight management solutions. Identifying whether you need a weight management solution for your workforce is key to improving outcomes and controlling GLP-1 costs, absenteeism, and long-term risk. But how do you know if your […]
Help your population silence the food noise
Everywhere you turn, there is food. The sizzle from the food truck parked outside your office, the donut spread in the breakroom, the candy bars calling your name as you check out at the grocery store. But as GLP-1s emerge as effective treatments for weight management, reports from people taking the medications and clinicians point to a reduction […]
8 insights on how employee benefits consultants can help address obesity in the workplace
As GLP-1 medications gain traction for weight loss and chronic disease management, employers face complex decisions regarding coverage, cost control, and long-term outcomes. Wondr Health’s latest playbook offers the following insights and more on how to help your clients optimize employee health while managing financial risks: Obesity and weight-related chronic conditions are growing workplace challenges, […]
The past, present and future of GLP-1s
By The Wondr Health Team Obesity and weight-related chronic conditions are one of the most pressing challenges in the modern workplace. Half of American adults have at least one chronic condition and 90% of the U.S. medical expenditures are associated with chronic and mental health conditions. Rising obesity rates and increased healthcare spending also contribute […]
7 strategies to improve employee burnout
Burnout is a buzzword these days, and there’s good reason. Surveys from Deloitte and Mental Health America show that three-quarters of U.S. employees have experienced or are experiencing burnout at their jobs. Not surprising? The surveys also uncovered that employers are struggling with how to improve employee well-being and member engagement. What is employee burnout? […]
Employee Weight Management: Proven Strategies for Employers With or Without GLP-1 Coverage
GLP-1s have been in the headlines for a while, but with even more expanding indications and usage, these medications are changing the conversation around employee weight management, obesity and weight-related chronic conditions. For many employers, these medications have also added a layer of complexity to their benefits strategies. Whether an organization covers GLP-1s or not, […]
8 Effective Solutions for Reducing Cardiovascular Disease in the Workplace
How employers can reduce risk and improve outcomes of cardiovascular disease About half of U.S. adults have some form of cardiovascular disease—and many don’t even know it. Many people don’t experience or recognize symptoms, which is why taking preventive action is so important. The CDC has reported that the workplace is linked to about 10-20% […]
Choosing the right support for chronic condition management in the workplace
Obesity and chronic weight-related conditions, like diabetes, hypertension, and musculoskeletal disease, account for $1.1 trillion in U.S. health-care costs each year. But did you know chronic conditions cost organizations $2.6 trillion in lost productivity with $36.4 billion in employee absences? To foster a healthy and productive workforce while keeping costs in check, employers need a […]
Chronic pain & stigma in the workplace: 4 ways to better support employees living with chronic pain
How chronic pain impacts the workplace Chronic pain affects 40% of American workers, more than cancer, diabetes, and heart disease combined. Despite how common it is, the issue often goes unaddressed in workplace health discussions. But the financial impact is impossible to ignore. Chronic pain costs U.S. businesses $297 billion every year in lost productivity […]