Tom Parry, President and co-founder of the Integrated Benefits Institute, joined the show to discuss how IBI assists employers on the key part of measuring what counts in moving to a health and productivity strategy.  The interview’s focus was on how we can turn what has traditionally been a cost center – employee health – into a valued part of a company’s overall business strategy.  Other areas of discussion were on lost productivity and how it can be measured; as well as its affect on medical and pharmacy claims cost.

Here Dr. Parry’s interview and insights on this link:   Good Health 09222009 Show Tom Parry.MP3.

Dr. Don Powell – President & CEO of the American Institute for Preventive Medicine, www.healthylife.com, joined the show to discuss the impact and value of medical self-care programs.  Don laid out a thorough argument for the benefit and value that such programs provide to a company’s bottom-line.  To hear Dr. Powell’s thoughts and the entire interview, click on this link:  Good Health 09222009 Interview Don Powell.MP3.

The hosts also asked Don what he found as the most successful engagement strategy to get members involved in health and wellness.  Click on this link to hear his unique response:  Good Health 09222009 Engagement Don Powell.MP3.

On today’s health tip, Dr. Rearick and Stephen shared fun ways that companies’ can promote wellness activities around each day of the week.  Hear their “wacky” thoughts on this link:  Good Health 09222009 Tip Don Powell.MP3.

Finally, on the show’s news segment the hosts continued to provide the latest updates on the H1N1 flu pandemic; as well as some promising community health initiatives going on around the country.

Claire Monroe – Weight Watchers at Work Leader, www.weightwatchers.com  , joined the show to explain the value that a successful weight management program brings to a company.  Citing her personal experiences in leading WW classes, Ms. Monroe talked about the satisfaction that comes when the “light bulb” goes on for members in recognizing that they can be successful. 

Hear Claire’s thoughts and the entire interview on this link:  Good Health 09152009 Interview.MP3.

The hosts also asked Claire what she found as the most successful engagement strategy to get members involved in health and wellness.  Click on this link to hear her insightful response:  Good Health 09152009 Engagement.MP3

On today’s health tip, Dr. Rearick and Stephen emphasized that Fall is one the best times of year to promote a Walking Program.  They shared 10 Fall-themed promotional ideas that can be incorporated to encourage and motivate employees to participate.  Click on this link to hear this list:  Good Health 09152009 Tip.MP3.

Finally, on the show’s news segment the hosts continued to provide the latest updates on the H1N1 flu pandemic; as well as some discouraging results from research studies regarding the perception of exercise within the public and medical communities.

Dr. Dee Edington – Director of the University of Michigan’s Health Management Research Center, www.hrmc.umich.edu, joined the show to share his learnings and solutions for reducing the total medical and productivity-related cost trends that are bankrupting American businesses.  Citing his latest book, Zero Trends, Dee reviewed the “Five Fundamental Pillars” that are necessary to support a successful health management strategy within a company.  Hear these solutions and his entire interview on this link: Good Health 08252009 Interview.MP3

Not wanting to lose the opportunity, we asked Dr. Edington what he has found to be as the most successful engagement strategy to get members involved in health and wellness.  Click on this link to hear his insightful response:  Good Health 08252009 Engagement.MP3

On today’s health tip, Dr. Rearick and Stephen chose to complement Dr. Edington’s key strategies by sharing the why and how to implementing a Culture Audit within a company.  This audit is the first step in creating a supportive environment for a businesses’ health management initiative.  Click on this link to learn the necessary steps:  Good Health 08252009 Tip.MP3

Finally, on the show’s news segment the hosts provided further updates on the H1N1 flu pandemic; as well as providing commentary on the announcement that America’s average life expectancy has increased – not so good news.

Michael Nadeau, President of Viverae, www.viverae.com, joined the show to share his expertise and to describe the value that his company brings to the wellness marketplace.  Hear his entire interview on this link:  Good Health 08182009 Interview.MP3.

Also, listen to Mr. Nadeau’s thoughts on what is the most successful engagement strategy to get employees involved in health and wellness:  Good Health 08182009 Engagement.MP3.

During the show’s health news segment, the hosts provided:  an update on the Mental Health Parity Act, research that appears to contradict the benefits of fruits & vegetables, and a unique phsyician & community-based physical activity initiative occurring in New Mexico. 

Finally, Dr. Rearick and Stephen hightlight that September is one of the most active times of the year in terms of the number of national health observances occurring within the month.  Hear why this is so; ;and what companies should be doing to take advantage of this fact:  Good Health 08182009 Tip.MP3.

Ray Fabius, MD  – www.rayfabiusmd.com, joined the show to share his expertise on the benefits and effectiveness of on-site health clinics.  Hear Ray share his criteria on which companies can benefit from an in-house medical center and his entire interview on this link:  Good Health 08052009 Interview.MP3.

Also, you don’t want to miss Dr. Fabius’ thoughts on what is the most successful strategy that companies can put in place to insure positive results from their local clinic.  Click on this link to hear his response:  Good Health 08052009 Engagement.MP3.

Also, Dr. Rearick and Stephen warned that more flu shots will be administered this year than ever.  In their health tip segment, hear their planning & preparation tips that businesses should have in place NOW, to avoid being left behind in the flu shot scheduling: Good Health 08052009 Tip.MP3.

Jo Steinberg, President of Midland Health – www.midlandhealth.com, called in to discuss how she developed a nationally recognized company delivering biometric testing.  Hear Jo’s interesting commentary on what makes a successful corporate wellness program and her entire interview on this link:  Good Health 07282009 Interview.MP3.

Also, you don’t want to miss Ms. Steinberg’s thoughts on what is the most successful engagement strategy to get members involved in health and wellness.  Click on this link to hear her response:  Good Health 07282009 Engagement.MP3.

On the show’s  health news segment, the hosts provided an update on the H1N1 flu pandemic.  The CDC says the first batch of the vaccine should be ready by mid-October; and today’s guest Jo Steinberg offered her insider perspective on the situation.  Also, the latest news on America’s Obesity Epidemic is alarming.  Listen to the show for more details.

Finally, Dr. Rearick and Stephen shared five program ideas that companies can do to keep their wellness initiatives active and visible during the summer months.  You can find a description of these clever summer-themed activities at this link:   Good Health 07282009 Tip.MP3.

Don Doster, President of gBehavior – www.gbehavior.com, was in the studio to discuss his company’s unique approach to incentive programs in changing health behavior.  You can get a thorough description of gBehavior’s program and its effectiveness by listening to the complete interview on this link:  Good Health 07212009 Interview.MP3

Also, Mr. Doster’s tip on his most successful engagement strategy may surprise you; click on this link to hear his response:   Good Health 07212009 Engagement.MP3

In the latest health news segment, the hosts provided an update on the H1N1 flu pandemic.  The World Health Organization (WHO) calls the new virus “unstoppable”.  Listen to the show for more details.

Finally, Dr. Rearick and Steve reviewed the concept of self-care guides, and whether they remain a viable, cost-effective corporate wellness option when everything is available on the internet these days.  Listen to their differing views on guides:  Good Health 07212009 Review.MP3

Dr. Gaby Cora, www.executivehealthwealth.com, joined the show to discuss how she works with people and organizations that want to be healthy and become wealthy.  Her advice is especially pertinent during this time of a weak economy and the many stressors associated with it.  Hear Dr. Cora’s tip on her most successful engagement strategy to get members involved in health and wellness:  .  http://goodhealth.businessradiox.com/podcasts/Good%20Health%2007142009%20Engagement.MP3

To hear the entire interview, click on:  http://goodhealth.businessradiox.com/podcasts/Good%20Health%2007142009%20Interview.MP3.

This week’s health tip addressed the value of corporate health newsletters.  Listen in to find out if they’re worthwhile; and how you can implement some with a low-cost, no-cost approach:  http://goodhealth.businessradiox.com/podcasts/Good%20Health%2007142009%20Tip.MP3.

Finally, the hosts ended the show with a review of GlobalFit’s Destination You program, (www.globalfit.com).  This unique fitness tracking program utilizes an accelerometer to record an individual’s workout routine.  Listen to find out whether it might be a worthwhile addition to your company’s wellness program:  http://goodhealth.businessradiox.com/podcasts/Good%20Health%2007142009%20Review.MP3.