The world of healthcare from our point of view.
Lifestyle medicine is an approach to healthcare that promotes the use of health behavior change as the primary way to prevent, treat and reverse many chronic medical conditions, as well as some autoimmune diseases. Lifestyle medicine is often broken down into seven pillars of a healthy lifestyle: nutrition, movement, emotional wellbeing/stress, sleep, substance free, hydration […]
Think back to your last doctor’s appointment. There’s a good chance you spent time in a waiting room and analyzed your surroundings, from the lighting to artwork on the walls, to how the front desk staff welcomed patients. You likely remember the time you spent in the exam room waiting for the doctor to come […]
It’s that time of year again. With annual enrollment season quickly approaching, it is important for employees to understand what benefits are available to them. Research shows only 28 percent of employees are aware of some benefits offered by their employer. An informed population can increase engagement, improve utilization of products and services offered, and […]
Is your company a fit? Has your company considered adding an onsite wellness center? If not, it could be time to evaluate your options to see if it’s a fit for your population. Onsite health centers continue to rise in popularity due to their ability to remove the barriers employees face when getting care by […]
Luggage? Check. Boarding pass? Check. Travel vaccinations? When you’re preparing to travel, a visit to the doctor likely isn’t on your to-do list. But depending on your destination, a check-in at a travel clinic might be important to having a great – and safe – trip. If you’re traveling internationally, set aside some time to […]
In recent years, many companies have added onsite wellness centers to their campuses. By being proactive and bringing care closer to their people, they’ve tackled some common healthcare headaches. Headaches aside, what types of problems can onsite health care cure? Here are seven of the most common: One of the most apparent benefits of providing […]