Biometric screenings are crucial in the workplace. The decline in routine preventative care has resulted in missed health screenings crucial for early detection and diagnosis. Given the trend of postponing annual healthcare provider visits, biometric screenings play a vital role in connecting employees with their primary care requirements.
What are biometric screenings?
A biometric screening is a process that assesses key health indicators such as Body Mass Index (BMI), waist circumference, blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. The quick test results offer a snapshot of one's health status and help identify potential health risks. For instance, if an individual's blood sugar level indicates pre-diabetes, the screener will inform them about the risk and recommend follow-up care with a healthcare professional. By detecting issues early on, biometric screenings encourage individuals to consult healthcare providers, discuss their screening outcomes with a doctor, and begin making healthy lifestyle changes.
Prevention is Key!
Implementing biometric screenings as part of your employee wellness program can help mitigate health risks, enhance overall health, reduce healthcare expenses, and boost the efficiency and effectiveness of your staff. Regular health assessments for employees offer valuable insights into existing and potential medical issues, the likelihood of chronic preventable illnesses, and strategies for promoting better health and well-being. Biometric screenings can motivate employees to actively manage their health. While annual biometric screenings are recommended for preventive measures, we can customize them to align with your organization's goals.
How to Get Started
Incorporating biometric screenings into your workplace is easy! Wellness Workdays offers employees three simple ways to complete a biometric screening:
On-site by a trained screener
During a healthcare visit by their medical provider
At home using a self-administered test kit
Health coaching is the perfect companion to your biometric screenings! Health coaching will give your employees the added support, encouragement, and accountability they need to make positive changes in their well-being. Our health coaches provide customized, one-on-one sessions that meet your employees right where they are on their wellness journey.
Ready to get individualized biometric screenings started at your organization? We're here to help! Contact us at: info@wellnessworkdays.com