Health Screening Insights

What if one number that is captured in under 60 seconds could forecast potential heart attacks, memory loss, kidney failure, and thousands in healthcare related costs to companies? A standard onsite biometric health screening event measures lipids, glucose, height, weight…

Consider the saying, “it’s a walk in the park.” There’s a reason we associate walking with ease, simplicity, and peace of mind: walking is one of the oldest forms of exercise known to humankind. No fancy equipment, no membership fees, no learning curve. In a time when gyms, high-tech wearables, and pricey fitness trends dominate the conversation about health, it’s…

Every cigarette break damage more than lungs; it drains profits, too. Researchers at The Ohio State University have found that the average smoker costs his or her employer approximately $6,000, per year, thanks to higher medical claims and lost productivity. How is such a huge cost possible? It’s largely driven by nicotine and other carcinogens found in tobacco products…

Did you know that around 42% of adults in the U.S. are walking around with low vitamin D and don’t even know it? Feeling extra tired, achy, or moody? It could be more than just a case of the Mondays—it might be a sign of vitamin D deficiency. While biometric health screenings usually check your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar, Vitamin D testing is quickly…

February is known as the month of love. But forget about romance and chocolates, let’s talk about hearts – specifically heart health and the importance of taking care of this vital organ. We only have one heart, and it deserves all our love and care. Every February, Americans observe American Heart Month, an annual initiative organized by the American Heart Association…

Most of us are familiar with the concept of an annual physical: You schedule time with your primary care provider once per year to get an evaluation of your health, update your prescriptions (as applicable), and discuss potential lifestyle changes that could benefit your overall health and wellness. However, when it comes to adding a biometric health screening…