St. Louis Area Business Health Coalition

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for our upcoming Annual Meeting on November 7th at the Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. Click here to learn more about sponsorship opportunities: https://lnkd.in/ggj78SKa For more specific questions, reach out to Todd Boedeker at Tboedeker@stlbhc.org

Thank you, Lingjing Cao for this month’s staff recipe! Enjoy this recipe on Potato Cabbage Pancakes: https://lnkd.in/dSDEVDYR Nutritious, Delicious, and perfect for employee health!

🌟Congratulations to our fellow members Keeley Construction Group, Edward Jones, Graybar, & Concordia Plans for being recognized as 2024 honorees of the Top Workplaces in the Greater St. Louis Area! The Top Workplace program is recognized as the nation's most credible recognition program. This award celebrates companies that have developed extraordinary cultures and work environments for their employees. We're proud to have these organizations as BHC members! https://lnkd.in/gYg6n5pN

An average person spends 90,000 hours of their lifetime at work, highlighting the crucial need for quality connections in the workplace. Acceptance and connectedness are essential for fostering healthy mental health. Strengthening employees' sense of belonging promotes comfort, safety, and boosts productivity, while reducing stress and supporting overall mental well-being. As an employer, nurturing these needs not only enhances well-being but also ensures organizational strength. Take the time to engage and uplift your team—it's pivotal for creating a thriving workplace environment. Forbes suggests a few tips here: https://lnkd.in/gtrJAEuM

Last week's webinar spotlighted the National Diabetes Prevention Program and the City of Wilmington’s impressive case study implementing NDPP to improve employee health outcomes and reduce diabetes associated cost. A big thank you to our speakers, Dany & Cari, and all those who attended. If you missed it or want to revisit the insightful discussion, we've made the recording available online. Access the resource here: https://lnkd.in/g4_7_6G7 Together, we're making strides in diabetes prevention and promoting healthier workplaces.

Many organizations are uncertain about their role in advancing health equity. This awareness can lead to more effective & targeted efforts in creating a healthier & more equitable workplace environment for employees. For more info about furthering your organization’s efforts, check out the American Heart Association Employer Resource guide: https://lnkd.in/gxQ6aG5c

According to the American Lung Association, Missouri ranks "average" in lung cancer screenings, highlighting the potential benefits of increasing awareness about cutting-edge cancer screening technologies. Discover how Johns Hopkins researchers are integrating AI to transform healthcare with promising advancements in prevention and cost reduction specific to lung cancer. https://lnkd.in/gm3uRkse

🌟 Congratulations to Schnuck Markets, Inc. for being recognized as a 2024 honoree of the US Best Managed Companies program! This prestigious designation celebrates their excellence in strategy, execution, culture, and governance/financials. We're proud to have Schnucks as a member company! Cheers to their continued success and commitment to outstanding management practices! #ExcellenceInManagement #Schnucks #BHCMember https://lnkd.in/eAvfSWj

In a recent survey of BHC member companies, members shared they want to be connected with National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) leaders and resources. Members can join us to hear from the City of Wilmington, Delaware on June 27th to hear their success in National DPP implementation! To learn more about the National DPP, check out our updated Type 2 diabetes toolkit! Link: https://lnkd.in/ee4vi5HP

We had the opportunity to tour Boeing's new primary care clinic in Riverport. What a fabulous center for employees to receive primary care, high value referrals to specialists, mental health care, physical therapy and more. It’s a beautiful space with art that celebrates St. Louis. And, what is really great is that Boeing wants to share! Other employers are invited to join them in offering the clinic as a medical home for their employees. Contact Linda Brady at Boeing for more information.