Guidance for Employers on the Zika Virus | Virginia Employee Benefits

Within the past few days, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have confirmed the transmission of the Zika virus by mosquitoes to individuals in Miami-Dade and Broward counties in Florida. Before this confirmation, the virus had been spread in the United States only through sexual transmission. The news of the spread of the virus by … Continued

The Best Incentives for Wellness Programs | Virginia Employee Benefits

Overview According to WellnessIncentivePrograms.com, worksite wellness programs contribute to lower insurance and medical care costs, less absenteeism and boosted employee morale and productivity. Incentives are an effective way to increase participation in worksite wellness programs, leading to further cost savings. There is a correlation between the amount of the incentive and levels of program participation, … Continued

Getting the Most from Summer Interns | Virginia Employee Benefits

Thousands of high school and college students are getting ready to participate in the time-honored tradition of summer internships and co-ops. According to the 2015 National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) survey, about 51.7 percent of interns and 37.8 percent of co-op participants got hired after their programs ended, which means that most internships lead … Continued