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Diabetes costs expected to increase as population ages

A new study has determined that the average cost of healthcare for Canadians with diabetes is $16,000 over eight years, compared to $6,000 for those without the disease.

Lawsuit accuses Walmart of denying benefits to same-sex spouses

A Massachusetts woman has filed a class-action lawsuit accusing Walmart of wrongly denying employee benefits for same-sex spouses.

Men’s poor health costs Canada $37 billion annually

A study finds smoking, excess weight, over-consumption of alcohol and physical inactivity are some of the leading causes of chronic disease among Canadian men and the annual economic burden attributable to these four factors is $36.9 billion.

  • By: Staff
  • June 15, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 12:02
Employers underestimate the prevalence of chronic disease

Plan sponsors miscalculate how many of their employees have chronic diseases, which suggests they may also underestimate these diseases’ impact over time.

Employers plan to expand use of on-site health centres

Nearly four in 10 (38%) large U.S. employers with onsite health facilities plan to add new centres over the next two years.

  • By: Staff
  • May 29, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 10:05
GSC introduces rewards for good health behaviour

Canadians will now be rewarded for good health behaviour through Green Shield Canada's (GSC) Change4Life health portal.

  • By: Staff
  • May 26, 2015 September 13, 2019
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Celebrate North American Occupational Safety and Health Week

This week is North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week, which strives to focus attention on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace, at home and in the community.

  • By: Staff
  • May 6, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 11:39
How Bell trains its managers in mental health

Coffee with... Marie-Josée Boivin, vice-president of HR with Bell Canada

When we think about employee health, we often focus on the physical element. That type of health is visible, and when changes occur, you can see them. But mental health and wellness are also important—and you can’t just solve them with a gym membership.

Unequal funding and treatment for cancer costs employers

Unequal funding and treatment for cancer costs everyone, including employers