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When looking at employee wellbeing therefore, should an employer be providing good entry level info on State benefits/Allowances & budgeting together with appropriate benefits to provide a level of financial literacy direct to staff?

According to the World Health Organization, every year, 1.3 million lives are lost to road traffic crashes globally which are the leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5-29 years. That is one life lost every 24 seconds. The loss is most frequent in low-and-middle income countries.

Social drivers of health can impact our health and well-being. For certain marginalized communities, these factors might be worse than they are for others, making it harder for people to stay healthy. We invited people from eight Colorado counties to talk about their health-related needs, experiences & ideas for a better future. This overview highlights some of what we learned, including #communitydriven suggestions to improve the health of those who need it most. ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02vsd2V0

Social drivers of health can impact our health and well-being. For certain marginalized communities, these factors might be worse than they are for others, making it harder for people to stay healthy. We invited people from eight Colorado counties to talk about their health-related needs, experiences & ideas for a better future. This overview highlights some of what we learned, including #communitydriven suggestions to improve the health of those who need it most. ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02vssPY0

Everyone experiences loneliness. But unchecked, loneliness can impact the health of individuals, families, & communities. Learn more about the importance of #StayingConnected & get tips on how to check in on those who matter most: https://lnkd.in/ghthBDih #SuicidePreventionMonth

In today's fast-paced world, the issue of isolation among seniors may go unnoticed. However, the effects of solitude in this vulnerable segment of our population are profound and multifaceted. Seniors who live in isolation, which can be amplified in the winter months, may be at risk for serious health and emotional consequences. To learn more, check out our blog, https://ow.ly/IR1O50QtjrO #seniorisolation #seniorrisk #seniorsocialization

#FridayFact: Health outcomes are shaped by social determinants of health. Systemic racism, economic instability, & limited access, drive health inequities, like violence, especially affecting communities of color. Addressing underlying conditions is vital. https://loom.ly/UK9lYz0

Blog: Why Do I Need a Will? Everything You Need to Know Who wants to spend an afternoon thinking about their mortality? No one, which is why more than half of Americans don’t even have a will. Find out why you need one and how to make it happen. https://ow.ly/7PvV50QL1SZ If you would like to make an appointment to discuss this or anything else, use this link: https://lnkd.in/ggqJEQKH #EstatePlanning #WillAndTrust #LegacyPlanning #FinancialPlanning #EstateLaw #PersonalFinance #WealthManagement #FamilyLegacy #PlanYourLegacy #ProtectYourAssets

Americans are among the least healthy people in the rich world and the most likely to die early. Patients often suffer needlessly from diabetes, resulting in persistent wounds on the feet. Such wounds lead to amputations of toes and feet, and sometimes to death. The United States is a global leader in avoidable amputations. All this unnecessary suffering is a disgrace. I’ll be blunt: America’s dismal health care outcomes are a disgrace. They shame us. Partly because of diabetes and other preventable conditions, Americans suffer unnecessarily and often die young. It is unconscionable that newborns in India, Rwanda, and Venezuela have a longer life expectancy than Native American newborns (65) in the United States. And Native American males have a life expectancy of just 61.5 years — shorter than the overall life expectancy in Haiti. But there are fixes, and three would make a huge difference: ✔️ Expanding access to medical care ✔️ More aggressively addressing behaviors like smoking, overeating, and drug abuse ✔️ Making larger society-wide steps to boost education and reduce child poverty One reason to believe that we can improve healthcare outcomes is that much of the world already does. Critics might dismiss shorter lifespans as mere outcomes of individual carelessness, like consuming excessive sugary treats, not exercising enough, or misusing alcohol. Our personal decisions influence our well-being, but so do our shared decisions Whether it is about the initiatives such as #MedicaidExpansion, extending child tax credits, offering comprehensive drug treatment, and spreading awareness about healthy choices. If we believe in holding ourselves accountable for the well-being of others, it's only fair to embrace a shared responsibility for our own collective health. Agree? Share your views. Kelly VanDusen Cindy Jordan Kenny McMorris MPA, FACHE, CHCEF Dr. Patrick Flynn #HealthcareCrisis #PublicHealth #HealthcareReform #WellnessMatters #HealthcareAdvocacy #PreventiveHealth #HealthyChoices #AccessToCare #HealthEquity #SocialChange

This week’s #ReflectAndConnect has us thinking about the social, economic, and political systems that contribute to health inequities in DC and beyond. How can we work outside of these systems to dismantle health inequities and create positive, healthy futures for all communities?