In addition to Cisco’s health assessment and improvement programs, HealthConnections provides a variety of integrated programs and resources to help U.S. employees take charge of their health. These include:

• Coaching programs for lifestyle improvement, such as weight and cholesterol management
• Support in managing chronic health issues such as diabetes or coronary heart disease
• Healthy Pregnancy and Healthy Babies program
• Onsite fitness centers, as well as discounts on memberships to off-site centers
• Onsite Weight Watchers programs
• Onsite flu clinics in locations with more than 300 employees
• Onsite dental care for employees in San Jose, California, and Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
• Wellness classes and seminars on topics such as nutrition, diet, exercise, and stress management
• Access to health resources and quality lifestyle improvement information on the HealthConnections portal
• Quarterly IPTV broadcasts featuring specialized health experts who discuss health topics specific to Cisco employees
• Health fairs, screenings, and assessment programs
• Injury prevention through Cisco’s Occupational Safety and Health Program
• Healthful food choices and nutrition labeling at onsite cafés
• Smoking cessation support

Healthy employees are not only happier and more productive, they also help reduce ever-rising healthcare costs. Cisco’s annual U.S. medical claims currently total more than $300 million; however, approximately 35 percent of these claims were associated with preventable conditions.