On July 16th, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number will transfer to ‘988’ in an effort to make support more readily available in moments of crisis. Currently, suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the U.S. and is the second leading cause of death for people aged 10 …
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and the goal is to reduce stigmas surrounding those living with mental health conditions. Approximately 44 million Americans a year battle mental illness, and most families are underprepared for a loved one’s diagnosis. A condition that affects a person’s mood, behavior, or thinking …
Your Primary Care Physician (PCP) is the provider you will typically visit for non-emergency, routine checkups, so it is important to choose a PCP that meets your health care needs. To find the best PCP for you, consider the following: What kind of physician do you require? The first step …
March 8 marked International Women’s Day, and this year’s IWD theme, #BreakTheBias, highlights the need to remove stereotypes against women in the workplace. Gender diversity improves the workplace for all—a McKinsey study found that for every 10% increase in gender diversity, company earnings before taxes and interest rose by 3.5%. …
Over the years, the spotlight on mental health has gotten brighter and brighter. Employers have become more well-versed and now understand the importance of recognizing employees’ mental health as it affects their well-being and productivity. Due to the pandemic and the Great Resignation, the workplace has seen an increased need …
Since the free at-home rapid antigen COVID-19 testing kits were offered, over 50 million have received them. For those that obtained the free kits but have not used them yet, it is important to know these tests have a limited shelf life. Luckily, the Food and Drug Administration has stated …
As time goes on, it’s easy to slowly accumulate expired, unwanted prescriptions. It’s important to properly dispose of these medications when the time comes to prevent abuse. Each year millions of people misuse medications that were taken from friends or family members. There are many ways to safely and effectively …
We have all heard the term “life span” before, but are you familiar with health span? While life span refers to how long a person lives, health span refers to the part of a person’s life in which they are in good health. People are living much longer than in …
The start of any year is typically marked with well-intentioned goals to set the optimistic tone for the rest of the year. Some goals are maintained throughout the year while others don’t make it more than a few months. Setting yourself up for success is crucial since resolutions are often …
Due to the pandemic, many people were forced to transition to a remote work style. As part of this transition, new technologies were introduced at record pace. Learning new technology can be difficult, especially when multiple platforms are being utilized. Working remotely also disrupted the elusive work-life balance so many …
The 2020-2021 flu season was unexpectedly mild. This can be attributed to the efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Wearing face masks, washing hands, reducing in-person interactions, and increasing indoor ventilation was meant to curb the spread of the coronavirus; however, it also curbed the spread of the flu. …
Financial concerns are one of the largest causes of stress among employees, and the current pandemic has only exacerbated the need for benefits that help employees navigate the daily stressors in their lives. We’ve seen financial wellness programs gaining traction across a multitude of industries as employers realize the importance …
The demand for and focus on employees’ mental health and well-being has increased significantly because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In an effort to address the growing need of mental health support for workforces across the country, companies have continued to roll out wellness-specific programs and benefits to better service their …
In recognition of National High Blood Pressure Education month, CVS health has recently launched new initiatives that support and focus on women’s health and wellness. The retail pharmacy chain offered no-cost heart health screenings at MinuteClinic locations to help women understand the risk of heart disease, the leading cause of …
Following thorough safety reviews, examination of data to assess potential risks, and meetings conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, the FDA and CDC have determined that the recommended pause regarding the use …
