On April 6, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic is an experience that is unprecedented in our lifetime. It is having a pervasive effect due to how mysterious, potentially dangerous, and sustained it is. We don't know how bad it's going to get or how long it's going to last.
Healthy Lifestyle, Employee Well-being, Healthcare Providers, Stress
On April 6, 2020
Frontline COVID-19 healthcare workers across North America are dealing with unprecedented stress, but mental health therapists in both Canada and the US are doing their part to ensure the psychological well-being of their colleagues on the frontlines of the pandemic.
On April 1, 2020
By Melissa Voigt, vice president of sales at StayWell To help stop the spread of COVID-19, many employers are requiring their employees to work from home. States across the country have also issued shelter-in-place and stay-at-home orders in hopes of reducing group gatherings and to control the virus as much as possible.
Healthy Lifestyle, Employee Well-being, Employee Engagement, Stress, Remote Work Culture
On March 24, 2020
Thousands of health care professionals are on the frontlines working long, extended hours and risking their own health in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. The uncertainty the virus brings, the risk of being exposed, and making difficult decisions is creating extreme levels of anxiety and stress for those in the health care industry.
Healthy Lifestyle, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans, Stress
On March 23, 2020
As we all learn to navigate through unprecedented challenges in both our work and home lives, it is resilience that can carry us through. Resilience doesn’t remove pain and strife from your life. But it does boost your ability to handle any challenges that come your way.
Healthy Lifestyle, Employee Well-being, Stress, Workplace Health
On March 19, 2020
Stretch or do yoga for a Zen-like moment in your day and a boost to your energy. If yoga isn't your thing, check out our other tips for designing a winning indoor workout.
On March 18, 2020
As working from home has suddenly become the new norm for many employees across the globe, people everywhere have pivoted to define what work-life balance looks like in a time where stress is at an all-time high.
Healthy Lifestyle, Employee Well-being, Employee Engagement, Stress, Remote Work Culture
On March 18, 2020
Research shows that regularly writing down what’s on your mind can help you release emotions and make sense of what’s going on in your life. This is particularly true during periods of transition or change, like the COVID-19 pandemic’s disruption of day-to-day activities. Journaling also can help improve your relationships with others, lower your blood pressure, and decrease symptoms of depression.
Healthy Lifestyle, Employee Well-being, Health Coaching, Stress
On October 3, 2019
By Dr. David Gregg, chief medical officer at StayWell Burnout is an epidemic that is rapidly spreading for all types of health care employees. Surgical residents in particular have one of the higher rates with nearly 70% reporting feelings of burnout.
