Health Care
Rising health care costs are hurting company profits, while at the same time placing an increasing financial burden on all Americans. As the marketplace looks for new ways to cope with the trend, the importance of promoting good health as a social and business imperative has grown. These special text-and-advertising sections profile ways companies and individuals can prevent and treat illness, and manage medical costs.
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Medical Breakthroughs
New technology is improving doctor-patient communications and helping physicians determine the best treatments to use.
April 29, 2013 | more -
Controlling Diabetes
Proper monitoring and lifestyle changes can make a remarkable difference in people’s lives.
March 18, 2013 | moreSPONSORS: Abbott -
The Race Against Time
Living with Alzheimer’s has become a heart-breaking reality for our aging population. It’s time for strong public policy.
November 12, 2012 | more -
An Rx for Rising Health Care Costs
Wellness programs that help employees stay healthy are an effective way to manage expenses while improving productivity.
November 7, 2011 | more -
A Fight to the Finish
Susan G. Komen for the Cure continues to fund research on Breast Cancer, as well as screening for the disease. It’s a race for survival.
October 10, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Susan G. Komen for the Cure -
Debunking the Myths About Arthritis
The hidden truths about a disease affecting millions of Americans of all ages.
May 23, 2011 | more -
Rx for Ailing Employees
The best prescription for soaring health care costs is getting workers to follow doctors' orders.
March 21, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: CVS Caremark -
The Rising Cost of Health Care
Instead of shifting expenses to employees, many employers are prioritizing wellness programs to improve worker productivity and the bottom line.
October 18, 2010 | more -
The Battle Against Prostate Cancer
New drug therapies and treatments promise to help patients beat the odds.
September 27, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: Duke Prostate Center -
The Ultimate Screen Test
Susan G. Komen for the Cure continue to advocate that women 40 and older should have annual mammograms, since early detection of breast cancer is key to survival.
September 27, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: Susan G. Komen For the Cure | BIC -
Aiding the Well-Being of Society
Health care companies are improving human welfare through philanthropic endeavors.
September 6, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: Merck -
The Skinny on Childhood Obesity
The government issues a blueprint for the public and private sectors to address an epidemic that threatens the health of our children.
July 5, 2010 | more -
Keeping America Fit
A healthy workforce is the key to better productivity.
May 3, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: Johnson and Johnson -
Healthy Heart
Deaths from heart disease and stroke have dropped more than 35% during the past decade, thanks to increasingly sophisticated treatments and improved medications. Low-tech lifestyle strategies account for about half of the lives saved. “It’s wonderful to know we can reduce the burden of heart disease and stroke with simple, low-tech interventions,” says Clyde Yancy, M.D., president of the American Heart Association and medical director of the Baylor Heart and Vascular Institute in Dallas. “We have the opportunity to do even more,” he adds. The association’s goal for the next decade is to reduce deaths from heart disease and stroke by 20% by increasing overall cardiovascular health by 20%.
March 22, 2010 | more -
Survive the Downturn
Stress and anxiety have made men more susceptible to heart disease, diabetes, and other serious health threstes. Here’s how you can fight back.
January 18, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: Lovaza -
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The Stressed-Out Corporation
A sputtering economy. Medical costs spiraling out of control. Plummeting workplace productivity. It's time for companies to come up with an action plan.
February 2, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: Healthways | GlaxoSmithKline -
Health Care Goes High-Tech
Tracking patient records electronically is not just helping doctors cut costs. It's improving care.
November 11, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Ingenix | -
Are You Prepared?
Companies take measures in anticipation of an event they hope will never happen: a global flu pandemic.
October 27, 2008 | more -
Good Health Care Pays Off
Healthy employees are productive, creative, and better able to handle the day-to-day stresses of life and work.
October 13, 2008 | more -
Doctor's Orders
Medical breakthroughs are leading the way to better prostate health.
September 1, 2008 | more -
Following Doctors' Orders
The best Rx for soaring health-care costs is getting employees to go for regular checkups and take their medications.
March 31, 2008 | more -
Rx For A Healthy Workforce
Helping employees stay fit is one of the most effective ways to control rising medical costs and boost productivity.
February 4, 2008 | more -
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Beating the Odds
One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetimes. New breakthroughs can now help one avoid becoming a statistic.
September 3, 2007 | more -
Finding The Right Prescription
A Discussion on the connection between employee health and productivity.
May 28, 2007 | more -
Work Sleep
Need a power nap? Businesses and consumers are discovering the importance of a good night's sleep.
May 14, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: Tempur-Pedic -
Vision Quest
Looking for the right prescription for healthy vision? Check out the new eyewear technology.
March 19, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: Crizal | Silhouette -
Working Together for a Healthy USA
To boost productivity, corporate America is investing millions of dollars in employee wellness and preventative-care programs.
February 5, 2007 | more -
Employee Health Cost Management
Perfect Balance – By keeping employees healthy, companies can keep their medical costs steady so they don't spiral out of control. Industry experts speak out on ways to align benefits with productivity goals.
October 16, 2006 | more -
Prostate Cancer
1 in 6 – For men, these are the odds of getting prostate cancer. The fight is on to find better treatments and a cure.
September 4, 2006 | more -
Biotechnology
Coming of Age – The biotech industry is revolutionizing the business of drug discovery and it turning out products that have transformed medicine.
August 7, 2006 | more -
Listen to Your Heart
Although cardiovascular disease in the nation's No. 1 killer, you don't have to be a statistic. There are new drugs and treatments that can save your life.
May 29, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Crestor | Texas Heart Institute
