Poor employee health costs U.S. employers $530 billion annually. From lost productivity due to chronic conditions to missed work days due to on-the-job injuries, the costs add up. First established to reduce workers’ compensation claims and improve productivity, occupational health has evolved over the years to help employers create and maintain safe and healthy workplaces. […]

You went in for your biometric health screening and then went over your results with your provider. If any of the test results were outside the standard range, your provider likely explained what they meant and discussed steps to improve your health. If your results were within the standard range, you may not have thought […]

The summer solstice is June 21, which officially marks the longest day of the year and the beginning of summer. As temperatures start to climb around the country, many people begin reaching for their swimsuits and flip flops, leaving their running shoes and gym bag to start collecting dust. But the summer heat shouldn’t turn […]

Dr. Jonathan Leizman always knew he wanted to be a physician. He had a desire to help people, and the medical field allowed him to do so. Following years practicing in urgent care, primary care, emergency department, and occupational medicine settings, Dr. Leizman found his calling working with employers. We sat down with one of […]

Think about the last time you visited a community pharmacy. It’s likely your reason for being there was to pick up a medication, such as an over-the-counter cold or allergy medicine, to provide relief. Or, maybe your illness required a prescription medication. In this case, you made your way to the back of the store, […]

Everyone knows there are benefits to physical activity. For organizations, the challenge is making exercise attainable for all team members. Less than a quarter of Americans are meeting national physical activity guidelines, according to the CDC. Experts recommend:  At least 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise each week; and  Muscle-strengthening activities at […]