Archive for October, 2009

An Interview with John Harris Reveals the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index

Posted on October 28th, 2009 by by Doc

John Harris, Senior VP and Wellness Officer with Healthways, www.healthways.com, joined the show to discuss the National Well-Being Index. The WBI is a joint endeavor between Healthways and the Gallup organization to provide an official measure for health and well-being within America. To hear all of Mr. Harris’ insights regarding the importance and learnings from [...]

An Interview with Dean Witherspoon of Health Enhancement Systems and Health Tips on October Health Observances

Posted on October 22nd, 2009 by by Doc

Dean Witherspoon, Founder and President of Health Enhancement Systems, www.hesonline.com, joined the show to discuss how online wellness campaigns benefit companies and affect behavior change.  To hear all of Mr. Witherspoon’s insights and to learn more about HES’ innovations, click on this link:  Good Health 10202009 Interview.MP3   The hosts also asked Dean what he [...]

10/13/09 – A Special Presentation on the Seven Steps to a Successful Wellness Program; and a Book Review on The End of Overeating

Posted on October 14th, 2009 by by Doc

The hosts shared their expertise by conducting a special presentation on The Seven Steps to a Successful Wellness Program.  Citing the latest industry research, case studies, and personal experiences, Dr. Rearick and Steve provided guidance on how to make your business a healthy one.  To listen to their special broadcast, click on this link:  Good Health [...]

An Interview with Dr. Rachel Permuth-Levine of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; and Health Tips on Free and Worthwhile Government Resources

Posted on October 7th, 2009 by by Doc

Dr. Rachel Permuth – Levine, Director of the NHLBI Center for Employee Wellness and Health Promotion, www.nhlbi.nih.gov, joined the show to discuss the wellness efforts going on within the NHLBI.  Rachel provided insight on a variety of topics, including:  how to address diverse work populations; how to evaluate wellness initiatives when determining an ROI isn’t [...]

An Interview with Dr. Tom Parry of the Integrated Benefits Institute

Posted on October 2nd, 2009 by by Doc

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 – [...]