Wellness programs

The way that benefits professionals define these terms shapes the way we think about them, debates neurophysiologist Will Clower.

While supporters praise the Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act’s consistent view of incentives across various laws, critics worry about patient discrimination.

These organizations need to think beyond cost savings and learn what truly engages employees.

Companies need to get employees moving in order to improve health, focus and productivity.

Rules put in place by the EEOC, HIPAA, GINA and ADA on funding and incentivizing have proved to be labyrinthine for wellness consultants and employers.

Thanks to apps that promote confidentiality, employees can log in to discuss their emotional challenges with mental health professionals.

In the sedentary office environment, companies must find ways to motivate workers to be more active, including walking meetings, team sports and health workshops.

Companies need to get employees moving in order to improve health, focus and productivity.

In the sedentary office environment, companies must find ways to motivate workers to be more active, including walking meetings, team sports and health workshops.

The Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act, which clarifies legality of biometric testing in well-being plans, advances in the House.