Obesity and the Workplace

Posted on July 7, 2008 by Sharon O'Connor, RN

It’s no surprise that obesity in the US is a huge factor in the cost of health care.  Today, the New York Times “Waistlines Expand Into a Workplace Issue” quotes a report by the Conference Board and RTI International which calculates the cost of obesity to employers at $45 billion a year.   Waistlines Expand Into Workplace Issue.  Would you like to share your company’s perspective on managing weight?

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About Sharon O'Connor, RN

Sharon is an RN helping companies and their employees live healthier, more productive lives using relaxation, guided imagery, and hypnotherapy techniques. You may access her work in person (private and group sessions) professionally recorded CD's, and using Sound Mind Sound Body Corporate Wellness Plan, an employee benefit for audio downloads.
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