
News & Information
Stay up-to-date on the latest wellness developments, data and trends from industry thought leaders and expert in the field.
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Celebrate National Disability Employment Month with EARN’s Disability@Work Framework
October 27, 2022
Check out EARN’s Disability@Work Framework to help explore strategies for creating disability-inclusive workplace cultures, as well as meet organization-wide DEIA goals.
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In Their Own Words: SkinIO Users Share Their Stories
October 25, 2022
When is the last time you looked at your skin? Really looked at it – to examine a spot that had changed or a new one that you noticed for the first time? If your answer is “it’s been a while,” you’re not alone. Though 1 in 5 of us will get skin cancer, far too few of us are looking. And the majority of employees in the U.S. have never been to see a dermatologist. SkinIO exists to fill that vital blind spot, by allowing anyone anywhere to perform a full-body skin exam with their smartphone in just 10 minutes.
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10 Effective Actions to Drive Employee Engagement
October 11, 2022
Employee engagement: essential for company success but (at times) difficult to achieve. Even the most interested and well-intentioned employees need convenience and a supportive culture to drive participation.
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What is ‘Quiet Quitting’ and How Should Workplaces Respond?
September 15, 2022
The buzz phrase ‘quiet quitting’ has been trending on social media and it’s starting some important conversations from all different perspectives. The workplace landscape is changing and employers must choose how to respond in the moment and for the long haul. Here’s what workplaces need to consider.
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Employee Belonging Makes Business Better
September 13, 2022
The world of work has changed over the past few years. Many roles have shifted to hybrid or remote opportunities, allowing employees to have better flexibility with their schedules. And many are happier for it—they get more time back in their day to focus on their families, hobbies and other responsibilities outside of the workplace.
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Are HRAs and Biometric Screens “Medical Benefits” Under ERISA? Why Should Employers Care if They Are?
September 5, 2022
Whether employer-provided biometric screens and/or health risk assessments (HRAs) qualify as “medical care” is important because a number of federal laws apply to employer-sponsored plans that provide “medical care” or “medical benefits” to employees.
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The Big 3 of Behavior Change
August 30, 2022
Based on all you have learned, what are the three most effective strategies for health behavior change?
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How Does Social Media Impact Well-Being?
August 29, 2022
Research has shown a correlation between social media use and its negative effect on body image and disordered eating, and anxiety and depression. For that reason, technology like social media could be considered a social determinant of health.
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Overcoming the 6 Myths Surrounding Grief and Loss (Part 2)
July 26, 2022
If we can become comfortable with our own challenging emotions and allow them instead of pushing them down, we will be better equipped to be empathetic support for one another.
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Making a Difference as a CWP
July 18, 2022
Bringing value to your workplace as a Certified Wellness Practitioner helps you make an impact.
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