1. 11% of employees fall in the High Risk Category. Primarily because of a younger population.
2. Moderate Risk (42%) has a bulk of population, which needs immediate attention to avoid movement to High Risk tier.
BMI Distribution vs Physical Activity:
Insights
1. Close to 50% of population is in normal range, almost close to ~60% in other organizations.
2. However, a huge population stands at a risk of moving to Obese Category (11%) from Overweight Category (39%).
3. Close to 50% reported no Physical Activity (also driven by WFH pressure and Covid).
Substance Abuse:
Insights
1. Alcohol consumption remains at 40%+.
2. However, Tobacco Consumption also is on the higher side with 1 in 5 having a smoking habit. Compared to category average of 1 in 7.
Symptoms reported
Insights
1. - Every 2 out 3 employee reported a Gastric issue.
2. 17% reported Fatigue & Weakness which needs further diagnosis.
3. 20% also reported Sleep issues owing to personal/professional challenges in WFH environment.
4. 18% reported Lower Back Pain(primarily because of WFH set-up).
Diagnosis of Conditions
Insights
1. Every other employee reported a higher BMI.
2. 8% had higher Cholesterol which needs further diagnosis.
3. 6% reported Post-Covid Syndrome of lasting symptoms. While some can be mild, some might needs a medical attention.
Vitamin B12:
Vitamin B12 is an important vitamin that helps with nerve function. Low levels of this vitamin can lead to nerve damage and symptoms such as burning or tingling in feet, leg pain and cramps.
Vitamin B12 (pg/ml) Note: Higher level of vitamin B12 is generally non dangerous.
Uric Acid:
Uric acid is a waste product in the body which is removed by kidneys. If the kidneys are unable to clear it properly, the levels of uric acid increases. Food rich in purines or certain medicines like diuretics can make your levels rise. This can be managed by following a few diet restrictions and medicines as needed.
Uric acid (g/dL) Note: Low levels of uric acid is generally not significant.
Anemia:
A low level of hemoglobin is called anemia and with decrease in Hb levels, the oxygen to cells also gets reduced.
Hemoglobin (g/dL) Note: Eating iron rich foods can help maintain the levels.
Thyroid test:
High value of TSH indicates underactive thyroid gland. The levels can be managed by a few diet modifications, and regular dose management.
TSH (mIU/L) Note: Low levels of TSH indicates either a hyperactive thyroid gland or high dose of Thyroxine being taken for hypothyroidism.
Cholesterol level:
High cholesterol level is directly linked to the increased risk of developing heart diseases. Two main types of bad cholesterol LDL (Low density lipo-protein) and Triglycerides are generally considered to analyse the health risk.
GFR (Glomerular filteration rate)
The GFR value tells how well the kidneys are filtering. Keeping your blood sugar and blood pressure under check helps in maintaining the GFR levels or healthy kidneys.
Liver function test:
SGOT, SGPT and ALP are one of the main enzymes produced by the liver. High levels of these enzymes are an indication of liver damage. Liver health can be managed by introducing low cholesterol and omega rich food products with required supplements.
Zyla recommendations
The most serious factor emerging from the health report is heart risk” among 25%+ employees.High Cholesterol/ Triglycerides, active smoking status, lack of physical activity, active chest pain, diagnosis of dyslipidemia and hypertension are critical risk factors reported in 25%+ population. A heart health program and awareness initiative needs to be urgently implemented to prevent untimely heart attacks/events.
49% of the users reported ‘Overweight & Obesity’.The evidence based studies revealed a high prevalence of overweight & obesity is associated with significantly increased risk of developing metabolic disorders such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and heart diseases. To prevent secondary complication, weight management program is recommended.
63% employees reported gastric issuesincluding indigestion, bloating, acidity, constipation etc, sleep issues, low back pain and fatigueness. Systematic changes such as:
Offering Buttermilk in place of coffee/tea
Offering and promotinggreen tea office pantry will enable better behaviors in office.Holistic health program is recommended for this segment to prevent onset of GERD and IBS.
38% and 32% employees respectively reported Vitamin B12 & Vitamin D deficiency,which has long term co-relations with anemia, poor immunity, onset of chronic conditions. Holistic health program is recommended for this segment to prevent onset of secondary conditions and reduce deficiency-related symptoms.
40% employees reported regular alcohol intake, 4% reported fatty liver and 2% had high liver enzymes (SGOT).
Liver Lifeline Clinical Care Programand awareness on side effects of regular alcohol intake will be critical to prevent onset of fatty liver in a larger employee base.
Month-long de-addiction awareness campaignwith bold content, facts, webinars, and workshops
18% reported Lower Back pain:
Asking users to work from table-chair mandatorily
Providing reimbursement for Table/Chairs
Monthly-long (twice a week) live workshops on Lower Back exercises with a Physiotherapist
20% reported Sleep Disorders:
Opening upZyla’s Live Yoga Sessions for all to join
Giving access to Zyla’s proprietarypersonalised meditation sessionsfor a calm sleep
Providing free consultations andaccess to Stress Counsellors
Leadership to drive initiatives like no late-night emailers/messages, promoting employees to take a break (who have piled up personal leaves), etc
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