Additional Resources
Following are other internet resources to help you in your corporate wellness efforts.
Healthy People 2010
The Healthy People 2010 strategy is a set of health objectives for the Nation to achieve over the first decade of the new century. It can be used by many different people, States, communities, professional organizations, and others to help them develop programs to improve health. Partnership for Prevention: worksite health promotion program.
www.healthypeople.gov
Healthfinder
Healthfinder is an award-winning Federal Web site, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services together with other Federal agencies. Since 1997, Healthfinder has been recognized as a key resource for finding the best government and nonprofit health and human services information on the Internet. Healthfinder links to carefully selected information and Web sites from over 1,800 health-related organizations.
www.healthfinder.gov
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recognized as the lead federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people—at home and abroad, providing credible information to enhance health decisions, and promoting health through strong partnerships. CDC serves as the national focus for developing and applying disease prevention and control, environmental health, and health promotion and education activities designed to improve the health of the people of the United States.
www.cdc.gov
The Cooper Institute
The Cooper Institute conducts research in epidemiology, exercise physiology, behavior change, hypertension, children's health issues, obesity, nutrition, aging and other health issues. Papers from The Cooper Institute are among the most frequently cited references in the scientific literature on topics related to physical fitness, physical activity, and health. Research conducted at the Institute has influenced major national public policy initiatives from the American Heart Association, American College of Sports Medicine, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
www.cooperinst.org
The National Wellness Institute, Inc.
The National Wellness Institute, founded in 1977, has steadfastly provided health promotion and wellness professionals unparalleled resources and services that promote both professional and personal growth. The available resources and expertise of NWI is a product of innovation and the quality of service NWI has provided since its inception. Through the National Wellness Conference, its TestWell Assessments and member resources, NWI is able to play a part and share in promotion optimum health and wellness.
www.nationalwellness.org
The Wellness Councils of America
WELCOA is a national non-profit membership organization dedicated to promoting healthier life styles for all Americans, especially through health promotion initiatives at the worksite. WELCOA serves as an umbrella, linking communities and coalitions together into a supportive network that includes locally affiliated Wellness Councils, Well City initiatives, Well Workplaces, and individual and corporate members throughout the United States. In addition to helping organizations build structurally sound wellness programs, WELCOA serves as a national clearinghouse and information center on worksite wellness.
www.welcoa.com
American Medical Association
Provides information on various diseases, including diabetes, as well as general health information including nutrition and physical activity. Offers a “physician finder” to help find information on physicians throughout the United States.
www.ama-assn.org
National Institute on Aging
Conducts and supports biomedical, social, and behavioral research; provides research training; and disseminates research findings and health information on aging processes, diseases, and other special problems and needs of older people.
www.niapublications.org
National Center For Complementary And Alternative Medicine
The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) is the Federal Government’s lead agency for scientific research on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). This agency is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Focuses on advancing scientific research, sharing news and information and supporting integration of proven CAM therapies.
www.nccam.nih.gov
The Fitness Website
Provides a health information library. Includes strategies for getting & staying active, good nutrition and managing your weight for a fit & healthy lifestyle. Provides educational handouts adaptable for corporate use with employees.
www.primusweb.com/fitnesspartner
President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
Works to promote the development of physical fitness, facilities, and programs. Offers a variety of testing, recognition, and incentive programs.
www.fitness.gov
Shape Up America
Through its website, provides health messages on the importance of maintaining a healthy weight and increasing physical activity.
www.shapeup.org
American College of Sports Medicine
The American College of Sports Medicine promotes and integrates scientific research, education and practical applications of sports medicine and exercise science to maintain and enhance physical performance, fitness, health, and quality of life.
www.acsm.org
American Running Association
The American Running Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to encouraging all people from youth to adults to improve their health and fitness by walking and running, and maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. Provides information on exercise and nutrition to the public.
www.americanrunning.org
The Center for Science in the Public interest
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is a nonprofit education and advocacy organization that focuses on improving the safety and nutritional quality of our food supply and on reducing the carnage caused by alcoholic beverages. CSPI seeks to promote health through educating the public about nutrition and alcohol; it represents citizens’ interests before legislative, regulatory, and judicial bodies; and it works to ensure advances in science are used for the public good.
www.cspinet.org
American Dietetic Association
Works to serve the public through the promotion of optimal nutrition, health and well-being. The members are the nation’s food and nutrition experts who translate the science of nutrition into practical solutions for healthier living. The website offers an updated search engine to help locate the wealth of content accurately & quickly.
www.eatright.org
National Institute of Mental Health
Provides information about mental health, including eating disorders, to health professionals and the public. Develops, identifies, and distributes educational materials.
www.nimh.nih.gov
Partnership for Workplace Mental Health/American Psychiatric Foundation
The Partnership for Workplace Mental Health advances effective employer approaches to mental health by combining the knowledge and experience of the American Psychiatric Association and our employer partners. The partnership delivers educational materials and provides a forum to explore mental health issues and share innovative solutions. It promotes the business case for quality mental health care, including early recognition, access to care and effective treatment.
www.workplacementalhealth.org
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is committed to fighting cancer through balanced programs of research, education, patient service, advocacy, and rehabilitation.
www.cancer.org
Tobacco Control Resource Center
The Tobacco Control Resource Center for Wisconsin is the centralized source for the latest, most comprehensive and accurate information on tobacco control and health effects. As a unit of the Wisconsin Clearinghouse for Prevention Resources, it is a statewide resource for contracted service providers, local coalitions, government officials, student & youth groups, educators, tobacco control advocates, and the general public.
www.tobwis.org
American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Information given to inform and educate people on how to lower their risk of heart disease and stroke. Examples of wellness, fitness & disease management programs to incorporate for optimum health.
www.americanheart.org
American Diabetes Association
Provides information to the public on diabetes and related topics, including nutrition, exercise and treatment. The association also offers patient referrals. Operators and information are available in Spanish.
www.diabetes.org
National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute Information Center
Provides information about cardiovascular, lung, and blood diseases to health professionals and the public. Develops, identifies, and distributes educational materials.
www.nhlbi.nih.gov
National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse
Provides information on the prevention and management of digestive diseases
to health professionals and the public. Develops, identifies, and distributes
educational materials.
www.digestive.niddk.nih.gov
HIV At Work
HIV/AIDS is still at work. More people are living and working with HIV than ever before. HIV has not gone away. Neither have the complex issues it raises. Does your workplace handle discrimination, return-to-work, or employee morale issues? Use this Web site as a resource for these and many other questions.
www.hivatwork.org
National Eating Disorders Association Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention, Inc.
Provides educational resources on eating disorders and their prevention for schools, health professionals,
community organization, and individuals.
www.edap.org
