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% […]
4 Proven Strategies for Heart Health in the Workplace
Heart disease remains the number one cause of death in the U.S—but did you know that it costs employers $363 billion annually? With rising healthcare costs, workplace heart health programs aren’t just a wellness perk, they’re a financial necessity. The high cost of poor heart health in the workplace Poor heart health is linked […]
Unlock the power of chronic condition management: 4 employer insights
With the cost of chronic conditions making up 90% of total U.S. health-care spending, it’s no surprise that they are a top driver of employer health-care expenses. The good news? With the right chronic condition management tools, employers can improve employee well-being and their bottom line. By focusing on behavior-driven solutions, organizations can lower insurance […]
Unlock savings with chronic condition management: A win-win for employers
Every day, millions of U.S. employees face the (often-unseen) struggles of managing a chronic condition. Six out of ten American adults have at least one chronic disease, the leading cause of disability, death, and illness in the United States. How does this impact the workplace? Chronic disease costs U.S. employers over $36.4 billion in absenteeism […]
6 top weight-loss medication misconceptions
If you’re aiming to improve the health of your people, it’s time to reframe the conversation about weight-loss medications. There is a lot of misinformation surrounding these medications – on social, in the news, and more. This blog serves as a roadmap for employers like you, eager to elevate the well-being of your population. So, […]
2025 predictions when it comes to weight loss
2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for health care. From what is coming in the GLP-1 pipeline to an increasing focus on weight-related chronic conditions, there’s a lot to consider when planning for the future. Take a look at this latest article by our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Tim Church, MD, MPH, […]
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 […]
The top 3 transformative workplace wellness trends of the year
In 2024, we saw many important health-care developments that are shifting workplace wellness trends, including breakthroughs in GLP-1 weight-loss medications, an increased focus on mental health and stress management in the workplace, and an increasing demand for tailored wellness solutions. With rising rates of chronic disease and related health-care costs, organizations are using tactics such […]
Four strategies to feast on this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on gratitude and connection. But for many employees, it’s also a season of packed schedules, holiday stress, and temptations to overindulge. These challenges make the holidays a perfect time to empower your workforce with strategies that support their physical and emotional well-being. Through our Wondr Health solutions, employees can […]