EHE International Congratulates Winners of the 2014 C. Everett Koop National Health Award for Efforts to Improve Employee Health and Reduce Costs
NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- EHE International, the recognized leader in preventive medicine and annual physical exams, today released this statement to congratulate the recipients of the 2014 C. Everett Koop National Health Award, which recognizes population health promotion and improvement programs.
"The C. Everett Koop National Health Awards is an opportunity to honor companies who understand the critical correlation between employee health and company performance. This year's recipients have demonstrated their commitment to employee well-being with innovative wellness programs that not only improve the overall health the company, but also advance a culture of health for others to emulate. As a proud supporter of The Health Project, EHE International congratulates this year's winners for their role in raising awareness of the tremendous benefits of building a cost-effective wellness program that makes employee wellbeing the cornerstone of business success."
The Koop Award is presented by The Health Project, a private-public organization formed to bring about critical attitudinal and behavioral changes in the American health care system, principally through the promotion of programs with demonstrated effectiveness in influencing personal health habits and the cost effective use of health care services. Named for the late Surgeon General of the United States, who was a founding honorary chairman of The Health Project, the C. Everett Koop National Health Award recognizes organizations whose health programs have a proven record of improving employee health and reducing health care costs. EHE International is a sponsor of The Health Project.
This year's recipients will be honored at the Health Enhancement Research Organization (HERO) Forum in San Diego, CA. Dee Edington, Ph.D., will deliver the keynote address at the Forum to discuss his vision of "Shared Values, Shared Results," which looks at how the health management strategies in organizations have helped drive top-line revenue over time by encouraging meaningful work.
For more information on the C. Everett Koop National Health Award, please visit www.thehealthproject.com.
About EHE International
Since 1913, EHE International has been the recognized leader in preventive medicine. Its clinical protocols are specifically designed for early detection of preventable disease and associated risk factors, supported by robust personal coaching and health management tools and resources. EHE International is the oldest and largest preventive medicine specialist and its clinically based educational and social engagement platforms are the preferred choice among America's leading employers. For more information, visit www.eheintl.com.
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