LIFECHECK: a successful, low touch, low tech, in-plant, cardiovascular disease risk identification and modification...

Area of Science:

• Occupational Health
• Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
• Health Promotion Programs

Background:

• Worksite wellness programs are crucial for employee health.
• Cardiovascular disease remains a significant public health concern.
• Existing wellness centers may not reach all employees.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce the LIFECHECK program for cardiovascular risk identification and modification.
• To assess the impact of a worksite-based intervention on employee health.
• To complement existing wellness center initiatives.

Main Methods:

• Voluntary in-plant screening for cardiovascular risk factors.
• Eight-week worksite intervention including classes, counseling, and activities.
• Follow-up screening to measure changes in health metrics.

Main Results:

• 52% of eligible employees participated in initial screening.
• 91% of participants had at least one cardiovascular risk factor.
• Significant improvements observed in systolic blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, physical activity, and Framingham risk score.

Conclusions:

• The LIFECHECK program effectively reduced cardiovascular disease risk factors in employees.
• Worksite interventions can successfully engage employees and improve health outcomes.
• This program reached employees who had not previously utilized wellness center services.