As recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, washing your hands with soap and water is essential to fight off COVID-19 and maintain personal hygiene. If you are unable to access water and soap, hand sanitizer is an appropriate alternative to help you avoid spreading germs and getting …
The COVID-19 pandemic has and continues to bring on new challenges. As expectant mothers are attending fewer in-person prenatal care visits, the ability to detect pregnancy risks has become increasingly difficult. To help address this unprecedented maternal health crisis affecting women across the country, Aetna has launched a new initiative …
The novel coronavirus has forced employers to implement a variety of strategies to transform their workplace and adhere to the needs of their employees. From updating leave policies to accommodating work from home needs, the importance of prioritizing an employee’s health and wellness cannot be understated. While resuming “business as …
As officials continue to look for efficient strategies to combat the surge in coronavirus (COVID-19) cases across the country, the city of Philadelphia has been recognized as one of the top U.S. cities to comply with wearing masks. According to a nationwide survey with a quarter-million responses, the likelihood that …
Mental health is essential to personal well-being, family and interpersonal relationships, and the ability to contribute to your community and society. Getting outside has a profound impact on our brains and our behavior. It allows us to disconnect, reduce anxiety, relieve everyday stressors, and improve our overall well-being. Finding time …
The proper use of personal protective equipment for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has raised numerous questions as the current pandemic affects our nation. Different guidelines issued by different agencies has caused a great deal of confusion among individuals, prompting scientific studies to focus on the importance of wearing a mask …
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has raised a multitude of questions and continues to cause complications among employee populations. A great deal of employers have begun to implement plans to bring employees back into the workplace. So, you might ask yourself — how does one promote a healthy workforce and encourage …
Since the coronavirus pandemic swept through the United States, nearly 43 million Americans have filed for unemployment. Consequently, uncertainty for what the future holds has been a common theme for many employers in recent months, which has inevitably influenced the lives and routines of their employees. To keep remote employees …
The global COVID-19 pandemic has altered life as we know it. Uncertainty of what lies ahead does not mean managing your health should be put on the back burner. Maintaining healthy exercise, nutrition, and sleep habits may feel especially challenging during this time, but these habits are critical for managing …
Plans to reopen around the country are beginning to go into effect, which means workers who have been working from home or who were furloughed in response to COVID-19, may be returning to the workplace. As employees’ health and wellness remains a top priority, employers need to recognize the added …
As we face these challenging times, becoming comfortable with uncertainty and prioritizing your mental health is imperative. Whether you’re experiencing unemployment, working from home, or just trying to adjust to this new normal, the importance of knowing when to give yourself a break to focus on you cannot be understated. …
Earlier this month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued guidance for discontinuing home isolation following COVID-19 diagnosis, as well as recommended protocols for essential workers exposed to the virus. Discontinuing Isolation Following COVID-19 Diagnosis The decision to discontinue isolation should stem from local circumstances. Determination for discontinuation …
During such uncertain times, it’s easy to feel stressed. The multitude of information constantly coming through our televisions, radios, phones, and computers can be extremely overwhelming and affect our emotional and physical equilibrium. With that said, it’s essential to be aware of what’s causing daily stressors, so you can take …
As the coronavirus continues to spread, working from home is becoming the new norm for many U.S. employees. Big tech companies including Amazon, Google, and Apple announced that most of their workforce will be working remotely in an effort to slow down the spread of the virus. During these uncertain …
An outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a new coronavirus continues to spread with health officials reporting thousands of infections detected to date. Infections of the virus, scientifically known as 2019-nCoV, are being reported internationally, as well as in the United States. On January 30, 2020, the International Health Regulations …
