Declines in employee well-being rarely announce themselves, but their impact on a business can be significant. It might be a top performer taking more unplanned leave to manage a chronic condition or a rise in workplace injuries that delays projects. Burnout is another silent drain, affecting 81% of employees — including nearly nine in 10 Gen Z-ers and millennials, according … [More]
Why Your Wellness Program ROI Isn’t Adding Up
Success of wellness programs often lives in a grey area. Leadership approves budgets. HR launches platforms. Some employees sign up. Then what? Here are the most common mistakes that prevent companies from proving the impact of their wellness programs. Not setting the right foundation: Before tracking numbers, businesses need to define the program’s purpose. Is the goal … [More]
ASU Med School Secures Preliminary Accreditation, $100M+ Naming Gift
Arizona State University's new medical school achieved two major milestones – receiving preliminary accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) and a nine-figure naming gift, the second-largest in ASU's history. The school will be named the John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering and, with accreditation, can now begin recruiting its … [More]
Abrazo West Invests $50M in West Valley Infrastructure
Abrazo West’s significant investments in advanced medical technologies and sub-specialty services – totaling nearly $50 million over the last three years alone– have given West Valley residents access to high acuity care close to home and enhanced the community’s quality of life. The hospital’s investments include innovative, time-sensitive treatments for heart attack, stroke … [More]
Abrazo Expands in West Valley with Buckeye Clinic
Residents of the West Valley now have access to more highly advanced healthcare closer to home as Abrazo Medical Group opens its newest clinic, a 21,000 square-foot space bringing a wide range of specialty care to the growing West Valley. “This is a great opportunity for our people to be able to get to a doctor and doctor’s services without having to drive miles into town. … [More]
From Insight to Action: 3 Moves Employers Can Make to Support Caregivers
1. Make flexibility real — and manageable. This isn’t a perk. It’s about survival. For family caregivers, control over their schedule (remote work, shift swaps) can mean the difference between staying employed and walking away. In a war for talent, employers should listen to what truly matters to their employees. 2. Go beyond stipends: Offer real care. A stipend doesn’t … [More]
The Workforce Crisis No One Is Talking About: Why Employers Must Rethink Caregiving Support
There is a workforce crisis hiding in plain sight — one most employers have not yet acknowledged. It is the growing pressure on employees working their nine-to-five while also serving as primary caregivers for loved ones. I recognized this in my own life a few years ago. My mom picked me up at the airport. She used to get speeding tickets in Montana, which is hard to do. So, … [More]
The Business Case for Mental Healthcare
Mental health is no longer just a personal issue — it’s a workforce crisis. Nationwide, conditions like depression, anxiety and PTSD now cause more long-term health problems than any other illness. A new report from McKinsey & Company shows that mental health disorders account for 32% more disability than heart disease, cancer, diabetes and chronic respiratory illness … [More]
Innovation Vitalizes Wellness Retreat
Concierge medicine and programs are now the trend for top executives, celebrities and those tired of not getting the treatments and success they desire in routine visits. Overcrowded offices and weeks to get a 15-minute appointment with a PA are no longer options for those seeking care. Clients want now, not weeks later. CEO Josette Sullins has been aware of this for more … [More]
Addressing Alcohol Use Disorder in the Workplace
Alcohol use has become so deeply woven into our cultural fabric that its consumption often goes unquestioned. But a growing body of research signals a troubling trend: High-intensity drinking is up among middle-aged adults, who make up a significant portion of today's workforce. This demographic shift has not gone unnoticed. Earlier this year, the former U.S. surgeon general … [More]
Tips to Stay Healthy during Business Travel
Whether travelling for business or pleasure, we all hope our trip goes smoothly. But the truth is, more than one in four Americans report getting sick or hurt on while on a trip and 56% needed medical treatment as a result. With well over $250 billion spent annually on domestic and international business travel, employers don’t need the added worry of a company representative … [More]
The Purpose Pivot: How Dynamic Leaders Put Vulnerability and Intuition into Action
Standing at the nexus of health & wellness and leadership, this book takes a dive deep into exclusive shared stories, experiences and learnings of successful women, helping readers navigate their own leadership journey whether it be at work, at home or within themselves personally. Inspired by author Melissa Gonzalez’s wake-up call of a life-threatening medical emergency … [More]
Arizona Ranks 10th for Worst Nursing Shortages among States Nationwide
Nursing CEU at CheapNursingCEUs analyzed data from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing on the total number of registered nurses and nurse practitioners in each state. They compared these figures to population data to reveal the number of nurses per 100,000 people in each state. The states with the lowest rate of nurses were identified as having the worst nurse … [More]
Fitness & Finance: How Stress Can Wreck Your Body and Budget
Occasional stress is a normal part of life for the majority of people. We experience it from time-to-time, depending on what we have going on in our lives. It becomes a concerning issue, however, when it’s ongoing and taking up too much time in one’s life. Chronic stress can lead to people becoming unhealthier and less financially stable. Many people make poor health and … [More]
Technology‑Driven Recovery Hospital in Development Phase for West Valley
For the first time in the United States, a recovery hospital built exclusively for survivors of child and young adult trafficking is being developed with real-time digital safety woven into every layer of care. In an effort to address the growing national crisis of human trafficking, Cyber Dive, a technology company transforming how families and recovery professionals protect … [More]
Rock View Recovery: Redefining Behavioral Healthcare through Innovation and Community
Rock View Recovery, a North Phoenix-based behavioral healthcare organization, is transforming how addiction and co-occurring disorders are treated by merging evidence-based practices with trauma-informed care, brain-centered technology and a community-driven continuum of support. Founded on the principle that sustainable recovery requires more than symptom management, Rock View … [More]
AZ Blue Supports Student Training in Public Health Care
The Bridge Fellowship Program — offered through the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health at the University of Arizona Health Sciences — helps students learn how public care, like Medicaid, is set up, paid for and provided. Learning how these systems work behind the scenes enables them to better guide their patients who depend on this care. This is significant, as … [More]
The Death of Work-Life Balance: How to Protect Your Peace and Prioritize What Matters
Work-life balance is tough, and for most of us, it’s starting to feel like a thing of the past. Companies are demanding long hours and more hustle. Remote workers are being called back to the office and the ones still at home are stuck in “always on” mode. With layoffs happening left and right, everyone feels the pressure to constantly prove their worth. No surprise we’re all … [More]
