Nearly one in 10 U.S. adults has depression; the rate is almost twice as high for women as men. According to a report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, national survey data showed that more than 8% of adults aged 20 and older suffer from low mood. The researchers reported that the…
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Read Full BlogShift workers are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes, regardless of their genetic risk, according to new research. Shift work has long been linked to weight gain and poor sleep quality which can encourage unhealthy habits such as eating at irregular hours and getting less exercise. In this new study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, reviewed…
Read Full BlogWe all know that stress can make us sick, but did you know that thankful people are healthier people? How can you adjust your perspective and be happier and healthier? Interested in LeAnn Thieman’s keynote speaking, training and workshops? Email lthieman@leannthieman.com.
Read Full BlogAs healthcare organizations look for ways to reduce physician burnout, some are creating a new C-suite role: Chief Wellness Officer, hoping to achieve not only happier employees but also improved patient experience and outcomes. Physician burnout is at an all-time high. In a recent Medscape survey, nearly two-thirds of doctors reported feeling burned out, depressed or…
Read Full BlogOver half of employers believe their wellness programming is effective for improving health and reducing spending, but only a third of their employees think the same. According to a new Willis Watson Towers survey, about 65% of employees said that improving their health is a personal priority, while 87% of employers said increasing employee engagement and…
Read Full BlogResearchers from Stanford University have developed the first wearable skin sensor that can measure a person’s cortisol levels from their sweat. Cortisol, a hormone that spikes in response to stress, is an important biomarker to help measure everything from emotional stress to metabolism and immune function. Perspiration contains a plethora of valuable information on the…
Read Full BlogOn average, patients have 11 seconds to explain the reasons for their visit before their physicians interrupt them. Researchers at the University of Florida in Gainesville analyzed the first few minutes of tape recorded consultations between 112 patients and their physicians in various U.S. clinics. In 36 percent of the visits, patients were able to outline…
Read Full BlogIf post-menopausal women walk at an average pace for at least 40 minutes several times per week, their risk of heart disease will drop nearly 25%, according to new research from Brown University. Their analysis shows walking is almost equal to all different types of exercise that have been studied in terms of lowering heart…
Read Full BlogThe unemployment rate in the U.S. is at a 17-year low, which is good news for American workers. Companies that want to add high-quality employees to their ranks are finding it hard to attract new talent. Offering a competitive salary and generous bonus programs are not enough. Candidates want time away from work to volunteer…
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