Google Is Re-engineering The Way Employees Eat

Google Is Re-engineering The Way Employees Eat

Google's office cafeterias have been known for its success with creating positive social spaces and happy employees, but over the past five years, the company has wanted to achieve even more with its food program. Now, Google wants to alter people’s diet choices to be healthier.

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Survey: Employees Ask Google—Not Doctors—About Health Concerns

Survey: Employees Ask Google—Not Doctors—About Health Concerns

Four out of five office workers reported turning to the internet first at the onset of symptoms, putting them at risk of making poor medical decisions by consuming incorrect or misleading information found online.

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Study: Practicing Mindfulness May Lower Blood Pressure

Study: Practicing Mindfulness May Lower Blood Pressure

Mindfulness practices such as yoga and meditation have surged in popularity, but research of their impact has been lagging. A new study demonstrates the value of mindfulness and as a result, builds a case for companies to include it in their employee wellness programs.

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Study: Wearable Devices Not Always Accurate With Calories Burned, Heart Rate

Study: Wearable Devices Not Always Accurate With Calories Burned, Heart Rate

A study looked at the accuracy and efficacy of several different wearable devices that monitor and track physical activity, revealed that these devices are not always accurate when measuring physiological responses to exercise.

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Apple Partners With Gyms For Rewards Program

Apple Partners With Gyms For Rewards Program

Apple is providing some extra inspiration and support for those looking to achieve fitness goals this year. The tech giant recently launched Apple Watch Connected, a new rewards program for Apple Watch users.

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What Employers Need to Know About Coronavirus

What Employers Need to Know About Coronavirus

Since the beginning of 2020, a deadly coronavirus that originated in China has spread rapidly, sending health workers and government officials into a panic. Here's what employers need to know about the flu-like.

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High U.S. Employment Rate Means More Flu Cases

High U.S. Employment Rate Means More Flu Cases

A strong economy can create many challenges for employers. With a tight labor market, recruiting and retaining talent becomes more difficult. Now, new research suggests that high employment also equates to a significant increase in flu cases.

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Physical Inactivity Threatens Productivity, Especially in the South

Physical Inactivity Threatens Productivity, Especially in the South

The CDC released new data maps identifying the discouraging prevalence of adult physical inactivity across the US, which contributes to 10% of premature deaths domestically.

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Caregiving Support Retains Top Talent

Caregiving Support Retains Top Talent

Workers that care for elderly parents or other relatives devote resources, time, and energy after work hours—often at the expense of their own personal health, wellness, and productivity. As a result, caregiving benefits have a direct impact on companies’ abilities to retain and attract top talent.

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