Health Coaching, Screenings Help Reduce Obesity in Workforce

September 15 -- Provant Health Solutions

Executives of Provant Health Solutions tell Employee Benefit News that successfully reducing obesity in the workplace requires awareness through regular biometric screenings; proper intervention through telephonic or on-site health coaching; and the integration of wellness with existing health benefits. “Our goal is to drive an increase in whatever [health benefits] are available,” said Amy McAllister, director of health coaching at Provant. “It’s amazing how many employees are unaware of what’s out there.”  View full article