The connection between wellness and work has never been more visible in the 21st century office.
Some employers are providing incentives for gym memberships and more.
Finance Minister Blaine Higgs tells CHSJ News by focusing on wellness they aim to reduce the burden on healthcare facilities.
He says it reduces absenteeism and people are more productive at work so it’s a crucial item.
Higgs says that is the idea behind Dorothy Shephard’s new portfolio Healthy and Inclusive Communities.