Wellness programs boosted by incentives

Melissa Van Dyke of the Incentive Research Foundation said the foundation's report found offering incentives increases employee wellness participation by a minimum of 60 percent.

"Incentives also have a long-term impact," Van Dyke said in a statement. Some of the promotional products used in incentive programs range from body mass index calculators and jars filled with almonds instead of candy to wristbands, pedometers and backpacks. Many carrying printed cards with health tips, Van Dyke said. Read the full article...