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Everyone deserves exceptional healthcare. Unfortunately, some people, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, are at a greater risk of negative experiences within the health system. Those experiences can lead to health avoidance and poor health outcomes, such as: Increased rates of delayed diagnosis and treatment of certain cancers Higher rates of anxiety and depression Higher […]
Ten years ago, talking about mental health in the workplace was uncommon. Employers weren’t sure how to approach conversations, let alone how to help their employees that may have been suffering. Fast forward 10 years and a global pandemic later, mental health is finally getting the focus it deserves, with employees and employers alike proactively […]
This blog was originally published 12/02/2020 and updated 12/03/2021. The COVID-19 guidelines in this article are reflective of the time of publishing. To stay up to date with the latest CDC guidelines, visit the official COVID-19 site. Navigating the constantly changing waters of a global health crisis has been a challenge for many organizations and […]
Earlier this year, Premise Health announced the launch of its new How Health Happens webinar series. To kick things off, the first event focused on care navigation and addressed some of the challenges employees face when seeking the right care. If you were unable to attend or would like to watch the recording, click here […]
Musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries represent a common problem for many employers, resulting in over $2 billion spent on workers’ compensation costs for work-related musculoskeletal disorders of the upper extremities, like carpal tunnel syndrome and rotator cuff tendinitis. In addition, low back injuries alone account for 27% of all nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses involving days away […]
Occupational health was established more than a century ago to address employee safety in the workplace. Over the years, new rules and regulations were enacted to improve worker health and safety. In 1970, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was founded so that no worker should have to choose between their life and their […]