July 16, 2010 by Scott FosterI have been trying to get my dad to see his doctor more and live healthier for more than 20 years but he didn’t wasn’t very receptive (perhaps as deserved revenge for me not listening to him as much as I should have growing up). Dad would say, “I only need to go to the doctor when I get sick and I never get sick.” Does that sound familiar to you?
The good news is that my...
Continue Reading » July 8, 2010 by Scott FosterOrdinarily, companies can expect 2010 medical costs to increase by 7 percent, according to a recent report by Health Affairs. Not so at AJ Danboise – a Farmington Hills plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical company that reduced overall medical costs by 34% over 3-years with Wellco. Read the full story.
Ordinarily, companies can expect 2010 medical costs to increase by 7 percent,...
Continue Reading » July 8, 2010 by Scott FosterRetired Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks tough guy Bob Probert died recently after an apparent heart attack while boating with his family. He was just 45 years old. Does it feel like heart disease victims are becoming younger and you’re getting older?
The devastation of losing a loved one unexpectedly has become more frequent and difficult. However, preventing heart disease...
Continue Reading » June 29, 2010 by Scott FosterHow does a leading internet services firm firm evaluate wellness and employee impact? Hear it yourself from Brad Frederick, CEO of Media Genesis.
Watch Video » June 29, 2010 by Scott FosterBenefit firms understand the need for health cost effectiveness for their clients. In this short video, Steve Rosser, Vice President of Benefits & Financial Services for Johnston Lewis Associates, shares his impression of the HealthHammer Zero Trend Appraisal system.
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