5 “quick fix” workplace wellness program pitfalls to avoid
By Dr. Tim Church, MD, MPH, PhD Workplace wellness has seen a long-standing tug-of-war between initiatives that address a specific problem – such as programs that focus on employee burnout or offer weight-loss medications – and offerings more rooted in preventive care. Finding the balance between the two is key to supporting employee health and […]
Navigating the challenges of weight loss and long-term maintenance
Nearly 42% of American adults have obesity and face the risk of at least 60 comorbidities, and that percentage is only increasing. By 2030, it is predicted that the obesity rate will surpass 50% in 29 states. Our population’s health is at risk, and so is our workforce’s. Due to medical, sick day, short-term disability […]
5 must-know myths about weight-loss medications
Every day, we are bombarded with new information about weight-loss medications as a silver-bullet solution for obesity. And with the growing utilization of GLP-1s for diabetes and weight loss, employers need to be up to date on the latest information to discern fact from fiction when it comes to weight-loss medication. To gain a clearer […]
Navigating challenges with weight-loss medications within your benefit strategy
While GLP-1s are a hot topic and touted as the cure to weight loss, there are many factors that employers need to consider, such as medication adherence, clinical results, and ROI. To navigate potential obstacles with weight-loss medications, Wondr Health surveyed participants in June and asked them to multi-select which factors are top on their […]
The power of accountability
Weight loss isn’t necessarily straightforward; people with obesity or obesity-related chronic conditions can attest that many complicated, contributing factors like sleep, medications, genetics, social support, age, and environment can complicate weight loss efforts. Organizations that are considering offering behavior-change weight loss solutions to decrease health-care costs need to partner with solutions that undersWeight loss isn’t […]
Weight bias in the workplace
Weight bias is one of the last socially acceptable forms of discrimination – and it impacts our society systemically. The Obesity Action Coalition defines weight bias as holding negative attitudes or beliefs about people’s weight. The attitudes can be implicit or explicit and can lead to stigma, rejection, prejudice, and discrimination. We see it in […]
The payers’ guide to helping Medicare-eligible population lose weight
It’s no secret that as we age our bodies change. More than 40% of people in the Medicare-eligible population are living with obesity, which can contribute to frailty, cognitive impairment, and other chronic issues associated with aging, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and mental health conditions. We know that lifestyle interventions are effective for weight […]
Three essential elements for a behavior change program
In today’s fast-paced world, fostering positive behavior change is more critical than ever. Whether aiming to enhance employee well-being, boost productivity, or improve overall health, organizations must adopt effective strategies to drive meaningful and lasting change through a behavior change program. Three elements are essential for a successful behavior-change program: science-backed skill building, personalization to […]
Entering an era of breakthrough results for obesity and depression
As May is World Mental Health Awareness Month, many of us in the medical profession take the time to reflect on the impact of mental health in our communities and organizations. It’s no secret that depression is a common disorder that affects mental health, but its bidirectional relationship with obesity often goes unrecognized. Studies […]
3 ways workplace stress is impacting your organization
Workplace stress impacts more than just our bodies—it significantly influences the health and productivity of our organizations. While some stress is actually good for you, striking the right balance is a challenge we all face— we are constantly walking a fine line between embracing healthy stress and being downright stressed-out. Wondr Health survey dives into […]