When a question or dispute arises regarding the status of an employee, many employers and occupational health nurses turn to BarnesCare for an independent medical evaluation (IME). Because IMEs are performed by independent health care professionals with no stake in the outcome, employers receive an impartial, objective evaluation of an employee's health condition.

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, fruits and vegetables are the foods that should be eaten most often. For most people, this means more than doubling the amount of fruits and vegetables they eat daily.

One of the most common reasons people quit, or never start, an exercise program is because of time constraints – juggling work, family and personal commitments. Most people know exercise is good for them and want to incorporate it into their lives. However, they do not always know the first step to take.

If your company is planning to hire young workers to fill summer job positions, make sure you're aware of the latest changes to the laws protecting teen workers and be prepared to provide our young staff with safety training.

Implementing a workplace wellness program is good business. As an employer, giving employees the opportunity to learn about and choose healthy behaviors is one of the most important things you can do to lower costs.