Employee Wellness News

No suicide attempt should be dismissed or treated lightly. We should all learn more about suicide, self-harm, and mental health so that the stigma surrounding the topic is reduced and people aren't afraid of openly talking about their struggles before crisis.

Alcohol has long been classified as a cancer-causing substance. A new study found alcohol consumption was the 4th largest contributor to all cancer cases in men and 3rd largest contributor in women. Researchers from the American Cancer Society and International Agency for Research on Cancer estimate 40% of all cancer cases and 44.0% of all cancer deaths in adults aged 30 years and older in the United States were due to “potentially modifiable risk factors.” Cigarette smoking, excess body weight and alcohol consumption were the top 3 leading risk factors identified.

You need preventative screenings and vaccines throughout your life to help you stay healthy and well. Staying up to date on your vaccines is one of the best things you can do to protect your health. Vaccines protect against viral and bacterial infections which may lead to serious health complications like pneumonia, cancer, liver disease, brain swelling, and more if not vaccinated.

Are you putting off health screenings because they don't seem urgent? It's easy to overlook regular screenings like blood pressure checks, colonoscopies, and mammograms, especially if you’re juggling other family care responsibilities, but these preventative tests shouldn't be put off. Staying on top of preventative care isn’t just about you; it’s about being healthy and present for your friends and family. Learn how Wellthy's experts can help you and your family stay on top of your health screenings.

The old saying holds true for your oral health: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.