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HealthMatters Demo LinkPlease follow the link and instructions to review our online portal and take our online assessments.Sample Clinical Data Group Report Productivity and Economic Benefits Report Sample Paper Health Risk QuestionnairePlease note--any family history questions have been removed from the most current version of the paper questionnaire. This is just a sample for you to get an idea of the look and feel for the questionnaire itself.Sample Employee Personal Health Report Sample Employer Executive Summary Report Sample Employee Trend Report Sample Health Coach ReportThis report can be pulled by a health coach and comments or suggestions can be added by the coach for the participant.

*HealthMatters WellNews Articles

Live Healthy America!January 14th - April 23, 2010Medication Compliance Is Key Concern, Survey Finds More U.S. employers are taking steps to improve their employees’ health by making sure that they take their medicines as prescribed, a move that could stave off more serious and costly health consequences, according to findings by the National Pharmaceutical Council (NPC), a trade association. Legislative Update: Healthy Kids Act goes into effect July 1, 2009The purpose of the Healthy Kids Act is to establish physical activity requirements for students in kindergarten through 12th grade and to establish nutritional content standards for food and beverages sold on or provided on school grounds during the school day. Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Encourage Employee Wellness ProgramsSenators Tom Harkin (D-Iowa) and John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Reps. Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.) and Mary Bono Mack (R-Calif.) are sponsoring the reintroduction of the Healthy Workforce Act, which encourages businesses to provide healthier work environments for employees.Wellness Incentives in the Senate Bill

Wellness Tools

Longevity CalculatorDepending on how you live, your body might be a lot younger -- or older -- than your driver's license indicates.Exercise Calories Burned CalculatorSimply enter your age, weight, height, gender and the time (in minutes) you spend doing the activity, and the program will automatically calculate calorie expenditure for all the activities below. How Long Would it Take Exercise CalculatorEver wondered how long would it take you to burn off the calories in the food you have just eaten or are about to eat? This calculator will automatically work out the time you need to spend working off that number of calories for a range of different activities.CalorieKing Food DatabaseFrom apples to Arby's you can find nutritional information on almost anything in CalorieKing's food database!

Wellness Vendor Partners

Iowa Hospital AssociationThe Iowa Hospital Association is the organization that represents Iowa hospitals and supports them in achieving their missions and goals.SimplyWell SimplyWell's Integrated Health Solutions product portfolio offers comprehensive solutions with proven results. SimplyWell Case Study: Greater Omaha Packing Company, Inc (GOP)Since implementing SimplyWell in 2001, GOP has experienced significant improvement in employee engagement as well as measurable clinical improvement.The Prevention PlanThis new healthcare program brings a team of medical specialists and tools into your life to focus completely on YOU and help you improve your overall health. Wellness Council of IowaThe Wellness Council seeks to accomplish its mission of Better Business Through Wellness by educating employers on how to create healthy work environments. Wellness Council of AmericaThe Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)is one of the most respected resources for workplace wellness in America.The Other Health PlanThe Other Health Plan is a comprehensive solution for health improvement at the workplace. Totally Coached, Inc.Their mission is to enable thinking better, together, to create healthier lives, healthier organizations, and a healthier world. Totally Coached, Inc. created the support methodology called Intrinsic Coaching®Health/Wellness AdvocateHealth Advocate, Inc., is the nation’s leading healthcare advocacy and assistance company, serving millions of Americans nationwide through its more than 4,300 client relationships helping members navigate the healthcare system through their full spectrum of time- and money-saving solutions. Wellmark Principal Wellness Company Dr. Becky Lang from LifeStrategiesBecky Lang, the founder of LifeStrategies, a coaching and speaking business which focuses on effective strategies for healthy living, conducts educational sessions on how to make goals that are behavior change oriented and not outcome based. She will help you take these goals and use strategies that will move your life forward.

Cancer

American Institute for Cancer ResearchAmerican Institute for Cancer Research is the cancer charity that fosters research on diet and cancer prevention, interprets the evidence, and educates the public about the results.American Cancer SocietyThe American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.

Cold and Flu

Cold & Flu CareKit: Surviving the SeasonThis year, there will be 1 billion cases of the common cold and 95 million cases of the flu causing 36,000 flu-related deaths. Just in time for cold and flu season, the American Institute for Preventive Medicine provides the Cold & Flu CareKit: Surviving the Season. H1N1 Frequently Asked Questions Planning for a PandemicIn the event of an influenza pandemic, employers will play a key role in protecting employees' health and safety as well as in limiting the impact on the economy and society. Employers will likely experience employee absences, changes in patterns of commerce and interrupted supply and delivery schedules so proper planning will allow you to better protect your employees and lessen the impact of a pandemic on society and the economy.

Diabetes

American Diabetes AssociationThe American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes. National Diabetes Information ClearinghouseThe National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC) is an information dissemination service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).

Health Care

America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP)What Resources Do You Already Have

Iowa Resources

Healthy Polk 2020Every ten years, people who live and work in Polk County have the opportunity to participate in the development of a community health plan, Healthy Polk, which guides the use of community resources to support improved health and quality of life for the subsequent decade. Healthy Polk, with assistance from the Polk County Health Department, has launched the third such effort, Healthy Polk 2020.Wellness Council of IowaThe Wellness Council seeks to accomplish its mission of Better Business Through Wellness by educating employers on how to create healthy work environments. Iowa Department of Public HealthThe Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) partners with local public health, policymakers, health care providers, business and many others to fulfill our mission of promoting and protecting the health of Iowans.Iowa Health System of Des MoinesIowa Health System is the state's first and largest integrated health-care system, serving nearly one of every three patients in Iowa.Mercy Medical System of Des MoinesMercy is one of the Midwest’s biggest referral centers, offering a variety of specialty services that are unique to Iowa and the region. Iowans for Wellness and PreventionIowans for Wellness & Prevention is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating the public about the many benefits of wellness initiatives and preventative health care solutionsState of Tobacco Control 2008The American Lung Association has released its annual State of Tobacco Control report grading all 50 states and the District of Columbia, on their policies to reduce tobacco addiction, diseases and death. Click here to see Iowa's report card!

Obesity

Partners in Prevention 2005 Obesity Facts

Occupational

The Benefits Of WorkSmart Stretching For The WorkplaceAmerican business culture has long overlooked the importance of stretching to improve health and improve productivity. In this Special Report, expert Erik Nieuwenhuis, discusses the many benefits of WorkSmart Stretching. If your employees are required to sit at a desk all day, you won't want to miss this report. Environment, Health and Safety Online (EHSO)EHSO examine food safety, chemical sensitivity, chemicals in foods, asbestos in the schools and home, and specific issues that you raise by emailJ.J. Keller & AssociatesProvides a wide spectrum of safety, regulatory and information products/services along with complementary forms and supply products to customersU.S. Department of Labor Occupatonal Safety & Helath Administration (OSHA)Promoting the safety and health of America's working men and women by setting and enforcing standards

Other Resources

American Dietetic AssociationWorld's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals committed to improving the nation’s health American College of Preventive Medicine Providing statewide leadership in promoting healthy, drug-free communities American Journal of Health Promotion Raising the standard of health promotion research and practice through publications, meetings and public service. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC.gov is CDC's primary online communication channel and provides users with credible, reliable health information Health Enhancement Research Organization (HERO)Empowering Individuals Through Quality Networking, Education, Personal Development, and Professional Certification Institute for Health and Productivity ManagementCreated in 1997 to make employee health an investment in corporate success through enhanced workplace performance.National Institute of HealthThe nation’s medical research agency making important medical discoveries that improve health and save lives.National Mental Health Information CenterDeveloped for users of mental health services and their families, the general public, policy makers, providers, and the media.National Wellness InstituteProvides health promotion and wellness professionals unparalleled resources and services that fuel professional and personal growth. President's Council of Physical Fitness and SportsHealth, physical activity, fitness and sports information website of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services AdministrationThis agency is focused on building resilience and facilitating recovery for people with or at risk for mental or substance use disordersThe Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit medical practice dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of virtually every type of complex illnessUniversity of Michigan's Health Management Research CenterWorld-wide leader in studying how health choices influence total health and productivity, quality of life, vitality and health care economics throughout a lifetime. U.S. Department of Health & Human ServicesThe United States government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.WELCOAThe Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)is one of the most respected resources for workplace wellness in America. World Health OrganiztionWHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations systemHealth Promotion AdvocatesHealth Promotion Advocates is a group of committed individuals who have formed an advocacy group to integrate health promotion concepts into national health policy. Our legislative priorities are to pass Heath Promotion FIRST Act (S.1001 & H.R.2354 in the 111th Congress) and Healthy Workforce Act (S.803 & H.R.1897).On-Deman HEALTH MediaOn-Demand Health Media, LLC is a health and wellness company with videos that are web delivered. Powerful videos and multi-media presentations are used to help individuals change their behaviors.

Smoking Cessation

American Lung AssociationAmerican Lung Association websiteMedline PlusDirects you to information to help answer health questions--this link will address quitting smokingWebMDWebMD provides valuable health information, tools for managing your health, and support to those who seek information.

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