Worksite Wellness in State Public Health Agencies
ASTHO encourages all state health agencies to consider the emotional and physical well-being of their employees and to consider how worksite wellness programs can help support this effort. As organizations promoting the health of their citizens, it is imperative that we are taking care of our employees, serving as a model for other agencies and businesses in our communities, and "walking the walk." By serving as models of success, we will help our nation move from an unhealthy worksite culture to one focused on healthy employees who are eating well, moving around, and contributing to the overall effectiveness and productivity of our organizations.
ASTHO’s Internal Worksite Wellness
ASTHO walks the talk by having a robust worksite wellness program that embraces continuous quality improvement.
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Worksite Wellness Issue Briefs
Worksite Wellness Issue Brief
This issue brief provides an overview of worksite wellness, evidence of its strong return on investment, and the current status of state health agency programs. It also highlights several states' strategies for strengthening worksite wellness programs within other state agencies and private businesses.
Worksite Wellness in State Health Agencies Issue Brief
ASTHO's new issue brief highlights the value of worksite wellness, and describes how two state health agencies, Oklahoma and North Dakota, achieved HealthLead accreditation.
Best Practices in State Public Health
Breastfeeding Promotion
Healthy Maternity Policies Webinar
This webinar highlights successful strategies and best practices that have been implemented in the North Dakota and Nevada state health agencies to encourage breastfeeding and to help new parents return to work. In addition, Virginia describes how they work with businesses in their state to develop breastfeeding policies.