HAWC Philosophy
Over the years, we have seen a direct correlation between employee health and wellness programs and the employer's insurance costs.
Insurance costs are affected by government regulations, malpractice suits, medical industry inflation, and administration, but these factors pale in comparison to the health care costs of poor lifestyle choices.
The unfortunate news:
- The U.S. spends 75% of health care dollars on conditions caused by unhealthy lifestyles.
- Physical inactivity and obesity are associated with 23% of health plan charges and 27% of national health care charges
- Smokers' health claims are 33% higher than nonsmokers.
- It is predicted that the children of this generation, due to inactivity and poor nutrition, won't outlive their parents.
