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Stay Informed It is important to understand that the COVID-19 situation evolves and changes every day. Employers should closely monitor the CDC and WHO websites for the latest and most accurate information on COVID-19. For more information on group health insurance or business wellness programs, contact one of our consultants at Ollis/Akers/Arney Insurance & Business…

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in your body. Consuming enough calcium is critical for keeping your bones and teeth strong and for maintaining the function of your nerves, heart and muscles. The current recommended dietary allowance (RDA) by age group is as follows: 1-3 years—700 mg daily 4-8 years—1,000 mg daily 9-18 years—1,300 mg…

The World Health Organization (WHO) now considers burnout to be a syndrome. The WHO's decision to upgrade burnout to a syndrome and provide a detailed set of symptoms communicates its serious stance on the dangers of burnout. Managers should be able to recognize the following six signs of burnout to help affected employees get the…

As concerns about the COVID-19 continue to rise, many employers are left to wondering what they can do to protect their workforce. This Risk Insights will examine what coronavirus is, how it spreads, and what employers can do to protect their workforce. What Is Coronavirus? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), coronavirus is a…

What is heart disease? Heart disease is a term used to refer to several different types of heart conditions. Out of all the different conditions, coronary artery disease—caused by plaque buildup in the walls of the heart’s arteries—is the most common. Other common forms of heart disease include: Heart failure Arrhythmia Valvular heart disease Aortic…

The winter months are commonly associated with decreasing temperatures and increasing cases of the common cold. Typically, symptoms of the common cold come on gradually, and may start with a sore throat or irritated sinuses. According to Healthline, when you have a cold, you’re contagious approximately one to two days before symptoms start and can…

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both women and men in the United States, causing about 647,000 deaths annually, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Heart disease is also an extremely expensive disease—costing the United States about $207 billion annually in health care, medications and lost productivity. What…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), coronaviruses are common in animal species, and most don’t affect humans. As of now, only seven different coronaviruses are known to infect humans. In their lifetime, most people will be infected with at least one common human coronavirus. What are the symptoms of coronavirus? Common…

On Nov. 8, 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a breakthrough in their investigation of the outbreak of vaping related illnesses. The investigators stated that vitamin E acetate -an additive in e-cigarette products- was present in all 29 patient lung fluid samples that they tested. What does this mean? Dr. Ann…

As we start a new year, how are you feeling? This is an important question to consider since wellness will continue to be a huge factor for companies in 2020. Wellness is a hotly debated topic, but it’s certainly not going anywhere in the coming year. In fact, 76% of employees think their workplace has…