4 Proven Strategies for Heart Health in the Workplace: How Employers Can Reduce Costs & Improve Wellbeing
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Three essential factors in employers’ strategy for managing obesity
In today’s fast-paced world, prioritizing employee well-being extends far beyond the office. Organizations are increasingly turning to wellness programs, including obesity-management programs, to support their workforce in achieving optimal health outcomes. But, often, solutions are presented as a quick fix to a complex problem. The quick fix is often not a fix at all. So, […]
The power of close relationships and well-being in the workforce
Happiness is a positive emotional and psychological state, characterized by feelings of contentment, joy, satisfaction, and well-being. Beyond a positive mood state, happiness includes living a purposeful, connected, and balanced life. To get a pulse on our participants’ thoughts on happiness, Wondr Health conducted a survey and asked them to share what brings them the […]
Why a proven behavior-change program is key to unlocking lasting transformation
When it comes to weight loss, the allure of rapid results may lead to the misconception that true lasting change and transformation can happen overnight. With the increased public use of weight-loss medications as a quick-fix for treating obesity, the conversation of how to build a toolkit for sustainable weight-loss is more important than ever. […]