Unum Receives National Recognition For Healthy Lifestyles

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

For the seventh time, Unum has received national recognition for its ongoing commitment to the health of its U.S. employees and their families.

 

Unum was among 66 U.

S. employers that received the 2012 Best Employers for Healthy Lifestylesaward today from the National Business Group on Health in Washington, D.C. Unum achieved the highest level of recognition for its efforts.

 

“One of our top priorities is to enable and encourage employees to maintain and improve their health,” said Mike Booth, Unum’s manager of Health Promotion and Wellness Programs. “Our commitment to the health and well-being of our employees helps keep our workforce productive and helps us manage overall health care costs. We’re pleased that the value of that commitment is recognized.”    

 

With the benefits slogan “Take Advantage, It’s to Your Benefit,” Unum provides a broad range of resources to promote wellness, identify and manage risk, and educate employees and their families about healthy behaviors.

 

“We are very pleased to recognize Unum for its ongoing commitment to providing lifestyle improvement programs that encourage healthier lifestyles for their employees,” said Helen Darling, president and CEO of the National Business Group on Health. “Unum and its management team should be proud of their dedication and recognizing the importance of promoting and maintaining a healthy workforce.”

 


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