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May 30, 2013

May 30, 2013. Introduction to Small Business Be Well . Problem: Health and Health Care Expense Employee Health and Small Employers Take Action using Small Business Be Well http://www.smallbusinessbewell.com. Complications and Conditions Associated with Obesity.

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May 30, 2013

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  1. May 30, 2013

  2. Introduction to Small Business Be Well • Problem: Health and Health Care Expense • Employee Health and Small Employers • Take Action using Small Business Be Well http://www.smallbusinessbewell.com

  3. Complications and Conditions Associated with Obesity Source: Adapted from Yale University Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity

  4. Health Compared to Health Care Spending Derived from Information from Boston Foundation June 2007

  5. Employer Costs Associated with Health and Health Care

  6. Relationship of Lost Work Time due to Health Problems by Number of Risk Factors

  7. Resources for small employers to support employee health and wellness

  8. Foundation for Wellness and Prevention • Live Well. No tobacco use, prevention such as flu shots and health screenings. • Eat Well. Healthy nutrition and portion size, preventing diabetes, supporting health of babies with breastfeeding. • Be Active. Physical activity emphasizing 150 minutes of walking per week in 10-30 minute intervals at minimum. • Be Safe. Safety at work, home, and all activities.

  9. Employer Actions by Resource Need

  10. Information and Tools for Employees • May be used as education and information for employees or as an addition to an employer program • References to Virginia information (state level currently) • Examples: • Smoking Cessation benefits for individuals • Smoking Cessation resources and programs in Virginia • Second hand smoke • Information in Spanish

  11. Decide to take action. • Leadership is critical. • Ask employees for ideas and input. • Map out a plan. • Make it simple. • Communicate the plan. • Take action and motivate employees to take action. Follow up to see how employees are doing. Implementation Steps for Employers Easy Steps for Employers ….One …….Two …………Three Remember: Small Steps Lead to Big Rewards

  12. Conclusion Discussion and Questions • Is the problem one you see addressing in your workplace? • Do the tools and information available provide you with a good starting point to take action? • What questions do you have?

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