Health Screening Insights
Understanding the Difference Between HbA1c and Blood Glucose
Back in the Middle Ages, doctors used a method called uroscopy—diagnosing illnesses by tasting urine. Surprisingly, they actually got one right: diabetes, thanks to the sweet taste. By the 18th and 19th centuries, ants took over the role of diagnosis, being drawn to the sugar in urine—a telltale sign of the condition we now recognize as diabetes. We’ve come a long way…
The Importance of Routine Health Screenings at Every Life Stage
According to the National Cancer Institute, 23% of women in the United States are overdue for cervical cancer screenings, and 24% are not getting breast cancer screenings. For men, prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in 112 countries. If early detection is so critical, why do so many people skip these essential screenings? Routine health…
Workplace Wellness: Why a Culture of Health is Important
The average person who works a five-day 40-hour week, spends roughly eight hours of their 24-hour day at work. That means that we’re spending about one-third of our day working, one-third of our day sleeping, and the last third of our day on everything else – commuting, eating, preparing meals, performing personal hygiene tasks, and more. With the time employees…
Blood Basics: What is the Complete Blood Count?
Blood is more than just the red liquid flowing through your veins — it’s a lifeline that fuels every cell, regulates temperature, and defends against diseases. Blood is vital. That means that when there’s a problem with your blood, it can affect your overall health. Minor irregularities can signal major health issues, making regular monitoring essential for catching small items…
How Employers can Effectively Use Biometric Health Screening Reports
We know just how important it can be to interpret biometric health screening results on an individual employee level. But now that your employees understand their results, what should you, as an employer, do with all the data collected from your biometric screening events? It’s…
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Your Biometric Health Screening Results
Now that your workforce population has completed their biometric health screening and received their results, it’s time to interpret them. Whether their tests fall within the standard range or not, comprehending the impact on overall wellbeing is essential. While most results…