Health promotion activities are offered for both the worksite and community settings. The screenings can also be done by request for community groups, in conjunction with planned health fairs or other events. The purpose of the WCHP program is to generate services that are effective in reducing behavor risk factors leading to cardiovascular disease and other chronic diseases. Presentations can also be made on nutrition education, back health, smoking cessation, CPR, fitness education, and more. Measurements are taken of blood pressure, HDL and total cholesterol levels, as well as self-reported heart disease risk factors.
Confidential counseling is provided.
Physician referrals are given when appropriate. A computerized report is provided to individuals with information and recommendations on their own health risks and lifestyle habits such as cigarette smoking and exercise practices. The employer also receives an aggregate report for the organization. Such programs result in higher morale, improved health and health awareness, health care savings, increased productivity, reduced absenteeism, reduced accidents on the job, and decreased workers' compensation claims. All Washtenaw county worksites are eligible for WCHP grant funding to provide health promotion programs for their employees.