ERC Health Academy
Video: Employees benefit from using the ERC Health Academy
What is the ERC Health Academy?
The ERC Health Academy is the health management component exclusive to ERC Health. This is a direct, work-site health education and screening program. The program is designed to achieve both immediate and long-term savings through changing the awareness, attitudes - and ultimately, the health - of the employee population. Through this convenient, personal approach, the employer's commitment to health and safety is clear and visible, adding to workplace morale and productivity.
What are the components of the Health Academy?
- Annual Health Day - open to enrolled employees, which includes a health risk appraisal, blood pressure, weight and body fat screening, BMI and a confidential health consultation
- Health Education - includes monthly employer-ready health materials and a quarterly newsletter on health and wellness topics
- Behavior change programs
As we work with your organization to build your employee health program over the ensuing years, consider activities in the following areas:
"We use ERC Health to help contain our medical costs as well as help our employees be more involved in their health care. They like the free health facilities and the programs for the different health issues. Quite a number of our employees have quit smoking as well.
During our health day last year we had an employee whose blood pressure was so high they recommended they go the emergency room. ERC Health then followed up with their family doctor who said that probably saved their life."
Sally Kerestesy
The Union Club Company
Prevention
These are activities that truly prevent injuries and illness. Examples include:
- Annual Age/Gender Preventive Care Exams
- Use of seat belts
- Not drinking and driving
- Child safety seats
- Immunizations and vaccinations
- Smoking prevention and cessation
- Pre-natal care
Behavior Change
This term refers to the active pursuit of a lifestyle that promotes physical and mental well-being. The key activities here are:
- Regular exercise
- Healthy eating habits
- Recognizing and managing stress
- Managing Weight
Screening
This is the focus of many health management programs. Worksite screenings are an attempt to detect health risks at an early stage when treatment or lifestyle modifications can prevent more serious disease. Screenings may include:
- Blood pressure measurement
- Cholesterol/Glucose
- Health risk appraisals
Health Care Wise Consumerism
Part of taking control of one's health involves making the appropriate decision for health problems and conditions. Conditions where self-care and education are critical include:
- Allergies
- Common gastrointestinal problems (heart burn, indigestion)
- Headache
- Colds and flu
- Stress
Disease Management
The severity and impact of many common medical conditions can be reduced through disease management. Examples include:
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- Migraine headache
- Depression