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Direct linkDavidson, H. Clint, Jr. – CUPA-HR Journal, 2004
If developing a healthy workforce is critical to reining in the skyrocketing cost of health care, then why have so many attempts at preventive health or disease management fallen short? How can employers connect with employees to engage them in changing unhealthy habits or lifestyles? Duke University has launched an innovative new approach called…
Descriptors: Health Promotion, Child Health, Health Care Costs, Cost Effectiveness
Martini, Gilbert R., Jr. – School Business Affairs, 1991
A wellness program is a formalized approach to preventive health care that can positively affect employee lifestyle and reduce future health-care costs. Describes programs for health education, smoking cessation, early detection, employee assistance, and fitness, citing industry success figures. (eight references) (MLF)
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Cost Effectiveness, Early Intervention, Employee Assistance Programs
