Absenteeism
Absenteeism associated with chronic diseases and health risk factors cost US employers billions of dollars annually. Costs range between $17 to $286 per employee per year according to a 2016 CDC estimate.
A majority of students will experience some kind of mental health crisis during college. COVID has created new vulnerabilities in student populations. Very few students will seek help for their mental health. It's critical to understand the challenges that students face, and how to address them.
Absenteeism associated with chronic diseases and health risk factors cost US employers billions of dollars annually. Costs range between $17 to $286 per employee per year according to a 2016 CDC estimate.
Employees can be in the office and not doing their best work. Chronic diseases and substance misuse can reduce productivity, even when employees are present. Annual costs for a large employer associated with physical inactivity alone could be more than $300,000.
Higher wages and increased flexibility are classic levers that an employer can pull to try to improve employee retention. Better benefits is another. Employees who aren't thriving may look for a workplace where they can. It's time to prioritize employee wellness.