What Should You Know About Dementia?

Dementia affects more than 55 million people around the world. It is an important cause of death and disability among older adults, and its global cost reaches 1.3 trillion U.S. dollars annually.

How stroke awareness can improve outcomes

Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability

Three ways to help prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s disease

June is here—and in addition to officially kicking off summer, it’s also Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. While June is used to recognize and support those experiencing cognitive decline, it can also be a month for both young and old to take proactive steps to achieve and maintain optimal brain health.

More women are being diagnosed with preeclampsia. New testing from Labcorp could save lives with earlier detection

With preeclampsia on the rise and a lack of robust preeclampsia screening guidelines and options, Labcorp's new preeclampsia tests can support early detection.

The three pillars for good employee mental health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and a great time to look at a new, positive and proactive approach to mental health with your employees. Like measures taken to prevent and treat medical conditions such as heart disease and diabetes, according to recent evidence, lifestyle and behavioral changes similarly can be implemented to improve mental wellness. 

How to help reduce employee stress and improve their physical and mental health

April is National Stress Awareness Month and a great time to take stock on common stressors in life. It may seem counterintuitive, but some stress is actually good. It motivates us to get things done and can be used as an opportunity to grow, change direction or start over.Unfortunately, the volume and impact of negative stress are extensive—and costly.

Three ways to be healthy for National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month® and the theme for this year is “Beyond the Table.” That theme makes us recall the phrase “thinking outside of the box.” So what does that mean? Thinking outside of the box implies breaking free of physical or invisible constraints, traditions and rules. It’s about embracing innovative, creative ideas and using your imagination to explore new ways of doing things instead of doing what’s expected or what’s been done in the past. 

The Heart of the Matter: Early Risk Identification & Prevention are Key to Reducing Cardiovascular Disease

Heart disease costs employers and individuals nearly $1 billion a day in medical costs and lost productivity. According to some studies, approximately 800,000 Americans die each year from heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. That accounts for one in every three deaths in the United States, and one of every six dollars employers spend on healthcare. And, it’s worse for women. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women, and one of the most preventable.  How can employers help employees prepare for and avoid heart disease? Focusing on digital health, prevention and identifying risk early are key strategies to improving cardiovascular health outcomes. Watch this webinar to hear speakers share: The impact cardiovascular disease can have on workforce health Why women are most at risk  How early detection and prevention-focused care can fuel health programs and drive a healthier, more resilient and cost-effective workforce

Q&A with a Preeclampsia Expert: Dr. Strickland Answers Top Questions

Understanding the signs and symptoms of preeclampsia, combined with routine screening, can save lives.

Who is most at risk for mold allergies? New study uncovers prevalence of mold allergies in the US

A recent study analyzed allergy testing data to identify who faces the highest risk for mold allergies and which mold species are most often linked to allergic reactions.