Mental health — which includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being — affects every aspect of our personal and professional lives. In the past, mental health was a taboo subject in the workplace, but these attitudes are now changing significantly. The last few years have been marked by collective trauma and stress, and factors like the COVID-19 pandemic, racial
In a recent article in ASC Focus magazine, two members of MedHQ’s HR team were quoted for their expert opinions on the importance of supporting mental health inside an ASC. More than 20% of adults in the US live with a mental illness, which means 1 in 5 of ASC employees could be dealing with mental health issues. The way
Heart health is essential to overall good health. When the heart beats — which it does 2.5 billion times in the average lifetime — it delivers nutrient-rich blood supplying oxygen throughout the body and removes toxins and waste. Positive lifestyle habits contribute to improved cardiovascular health and lowered risk of heart disease. Heart disease and stroke are among the leading
A 2020 survey by Deloitte found that 75% of the US workforce is currently multigenerational, with baby boomers, Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z all working side-by-side. The benefits are far reaching, including: With four generations working side by side in healthcare, it can also introduce challenges, such as different work styles and potential resistance to change. “As a leader
This September, MedHQ hosted the first-ever Heart of the Business Conference in Chicago. The conference, which was timed to align with the American Heart Association Heart Walk, centered around the importance of health and wellness in every aspect of personal and professional life. As we prepared for the conference, our team focused on the mantra, “We are the heart of
MedHQ hosted the Heart of the Business Conference that centralized around developing and implementing personal and organizational wellness. The conference featured multiple speakers including an opening address from Brian Shields from the American Heart Association (AHA). Shields discussed health and wellness initiatives including the importance of developing healthy eating habits, and how our choices affect our body and mind. As
For the first year, MedHQ will be hosting the Heart of the Business Conference to underscore its commitment to how personal health impacts professional health and wellbeing. This conference aligns with the MedHQ team’s participation in the American Heart Association Heart Walk. Heart of the Business Conference will focus on the importance of wellness in all aspects of personal and
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