…(over 8% of adults, over 9% of children); it is one of this country’s most common and costly diseases. It can limit a person’s quality of life. There is no cure for asthma, but asthma can be managed with proper prevention and treatment, and employers can contribute with support for employees to help manage and treat asthma. Triggers for asthma Outdoor allergens: air pollution, pollen, smoke Indoor allergens: dust mites, mold, pet dander, dust, che…
…rition through environmental and policy changes will help employees to overcome and reduce overweight and obesity. Health Consequences of Being Obese Coronary heart disease Type 2 diabetes Cancers (endometrial, breast, and colon) Hypertension (high blood pressure) Dyslipidemia (for example, high total cholesterol or high levels of triglycerides) Stroke Liver and gallbladder disease Sleep apnea and respiratory problems Osteoarthritis (a degeneratio…
…so a complex disease. No single factor can predict whether a person will become addicted to drugs. A combination of genetic, environmental, and developmental factors influences risk for addiction. The more risk factors a person has, the greater the chance that taking drugs can lead to addiction. The good news is that drug addiction is treatable and can be successfully managed. Prevention, education, and pro-active measures make a huge difference….
…n signs or display boards to encourage physical activity Post notices of upcoming events in the community, school, or faith-based organizations on bulletin boards or email lists Participate in online challenges hosted on the HealthySD.gov website Incorporate physical activity into meetings throughout the day, such as a ‘walk and talk’ meeting outdoors Consider the physical ‘built environment’ at your worksite and how it encourages or discourages p…
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