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Escalating health care costs continue to remain an issue of great concern for many health professionals, employers and insurance companies. The latest statistics establish that 80% of illnesses and disease in Canada and the United States are preventable. This accounts for eight of the nine leading causes of death, of which there are more than 980,000 per year. Unfortunately, cardiovascular (heart) disease is still the biggest killer and makes up for more than 50% of this number. Yet heart disease is still one of the most preventable diseases in this country. Here are some of the latest statistics concerning health care.
-The US healthcare system is the most expensive of systems, outstripping by over half again the health care expenditures of any other country. (2)
-The average cost of health care per person in the United States approximated $3,925 in 1997. (3)
-Lifetime medical costs average approximately $225,000 per person. (1)
-Some 18 percent of lifetime costs for medical care--over $40,000--is estimated to be incurred in the last year of life. (1)
For many companies, medical costs can consume half of corporate profits -- or more. Some employers look to cost sharing, cost shifting, managed care plans, risk rating, and cash-based rebates or incentives. But these methods merely shift costs. Only worksite health promotion stands out as the long-term answer for keeping employees well in the first place.
Health and Wellness Workshops
Women’s Health:Learn how to improve longevity and gender specific topics like thyroid problems. Dr. Meyer will explain some natural ways to avoid hip fractures and osteoporosis as well as other anti-aging remedies you can incorporate into you daily routine.
Headaches:How to avoid terrible headaches in a medicine-free environment instead of coping with the wear and tear these medicines put on your body.
Stress:This talk is about Stress, the “silent killer” and how it is the #1 trigger point to heart attacks. You will learn techniques on how to recognize the difference between good stress and bad stresses as well as calming techniques to manage stress better.
Nutrition/Weight Loss and Eating for Maximum Performance:This workshop explains the proper methods of combining appropriate food groups for optimum digestion, maximum energy and also, if sensibly applied, will result in weight loss for those in need of losing s few pounds. Dr. Meyer also uncovers the secrets to fueling you immune system and eating to decrease your risk of cancer.
Healthy Living to 100:You can learn how people can live longer and with a better quality of life. During this workshop, Dr. Meyer will apply techniques he uses with pro baseball players on improving quality of life and will apply them to the “corporate athlete” in the audience. Learn how to live without limits. Learn how to Live Like You Mean It!
Computerized Stress Analysis
This is a non-invasive, painless & private test that provides immediate results. The testing is done through a computerized format with Space Foundation Certified Technology. This state-of -the-art technology allows a confidential and categorical read of your stress levels. At-risk individuals can be identified before this pattern results in an illness or injury that in turn, will inevitably lead to low productivity or worse, absenteeism. By conducting this computerized read, and analyzing the data onsite, solutions can be given to initiate immediate changes. These health recommendations will also be given the correct context to maximize the effectiveness provided. Each participating employee, showing evidence of wear and tear on their body, will be invited to participate in a follow up office visit with Dr. Meyer in order to look closer at what is going on and to educate them on how to become more active in their own health. The individual approach will help each person take responsibility for their health first, and give future, proactive answers.
The computerized stress analysis is available by email appointment only.
Health and/or Wellness Fairs
Body Focus Health Center provides turnkey, on-site and no charge Health Fairs/Wellness Days as community service projects. We design the fairs to be informative, interactive, and fun. Participants can get information on and participate in a variety of health checks including such things as blood pressure, body composition, stress screenings, chair massage and much more.
Health Fairs and/or Wellness Days are fun additions to annual meetings and/or company events such as open enrollment. Our productions range from small wellness events held in conference rooms to larger productions that give us an opportunity to invite other health care professional to participate.
Corporate Wellness Programs are an investment in your company's most important resource, your employees. Studies have shown that employees are more likely to be on the job and performing well when they are feeling good both physically and mentally. Employees are also more likely to be attracted to, remain with, and appreciate an employer that values them. Corporate wellness programs help companies to:
-Decreasing Turnover -Reducing absenteeism and time lost -Increasing Productivity
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Meet with our expert team to discuss a custom designed wellness program that is right for your business.
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References 1. Fries, J.; Koop, C.E.; Beadle, C.E.; et al. "Reducing health care costs by reducing the need and demand for medical services." The New England Journal of Medicine, 329: 321-325 (July 29), 1993.
2. Iglehart, J.K. "The American health care system--expenditures." The New England Journal of Medicine, 340(1): (January 7), 1999.
3. Kuttner, R. "The American health care system--employer sponsored health coverage. The New England Journal of Medicine, 340(3): (January 21), 1999.
