Tired of bad sleep habits? One in three Americans report not getting enough sleep on a regular basis. Sleep is an important pillar of good health. It strengthens the immune system, enhances memory, concentration, and decision-making skills. Not getting the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep can contribute to a host of health problems,…
Many cafes in Naples Italy, have an old-fashioned Neapolitan coffee pot sitting in the corner waiting for customers to drop receipts inside. These coffee pots serve an important purpose, as a way for others to participate in the old tradition of café sospeso. Roughly translated as suspended coffee, this tradition is a unique way to…
February 2022 Connect with Kindness This month, focus on spreading kindness to create and strengthen connections. Offering purposeful acts of kindness is a rewarding behavior that reinforces relationships and supports empathy. Continue reading this month’s materials for simple ways to ‘pay-it-forward’ through kindness. Mini Challenge Random Acts of Kindness Week- February 14th-18th: The smallest acts…
Human connection satisfies a fundamental need to belong and is established by recognizing and valuing each other. Kindness fosters connection by creating a sense of acceptance and reduces feelings of isolation. A moment spent sending wishes of friendliness, concern, or support nurtures connection and builds an individual’s capacity for kindness. Social ties are maintained and…
Get answers to the critical questions employers have relating to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. How should employers comply? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKq5P0H-dEY Who Should Watch this Webinar This webinar covers a variety of federal COVID-related vaccine and testing rules as well as new stricter California COVID related rules. Thus, some may not be interested in the entire discussion.…
To assist in keeping up with the current on status on each mandate, please refer to the summary below. Note that this issue continues to evolve under each of the three separate mandates. The GBS Compliance will continue to keep you updated. In the meantime, employers who are affected should prepare to comply by the…
This summary has been provided by our preferred partner for employment law, Fisher Phillips, and has been published with their permission. The Supreme Court of the United States issued an opinion on January 13, 2022 that says the CMS healthcare vaccine mandate can be enforced. This effectively removes the injunctions that had been blocking implementation…
Compliance Update Supreme Court Strikes Down OSHA’s Vaccine ETS: An Employer’s 6-Step Priority List This summary has been provided by our preferred partner for employment law, Fisher Phillips, and has been published with their permission. The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) just blocked OSHA’s vaccine ETS from being enforced for the foreseeable future,…
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an opinion based on oral arguments given on January 7, 2022, and in sum: Vaccine or test mandate for private employers with 100+ is blocked Healthcare vaccine mandate survives Background On July 7, 2022 the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments to decide whether certain federal vaccine requirements can…
On January 10, 2022 the DOL, HHS and IRS issued FAQs to address requirements for issuers/carriers and group health plans to cover over-the-counter COVID-19 diagnostic tests under certain conditions. On the same day, CMS also issued a supporting user-friendly set of 15 FAQs . The FAQs offer more clarification on the requirement that plans and…
Compliance Update Federal Circuit Court Lifted Stay, OSHA Mandate is Reinstated This summary has been provided by our preferred partner for employment law, Fisher Phillips, and has been published with their permission. In one of the more shocking developments in a year full of surprises, a federal appeals court breathed new life into the Biden…
Every person has certain traits that are admired and respected by others. These inner strengths make us unique and help us deal with the challenges of daily life. On average, about one-third of a person’s strengths are innate and grounded in an individual’s temperament, talents, mood, and personality. The other two-thirds are developed over time.…
Why Wellness Around the World? Societies around the world have become more and more intertwined, creating a rich combination of cultures and diversity. Each group utilizes numerous traditions and habits to sustain a healthy body and mind. This year, we are looking beyond our borders to focus on various parts of the world for inspiration.…
Affordable Care Act 1094/1095 Information Reporting To keep you updated and informed, GBS has prepared a webinar which can be accessed on-demand and at your convenience. This year’s presentation provides a thorough overview, addresses common questions, pitfalls, and penalties, and offers line-by-line instruction and practical tips. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyyPgv1asRE 2022 Deadlines for Filing 1094/1095 Forms Based on…
Dr. Russell Vinik, GBS Medical Director Additional Considerations and Treatment Options if you get COVID-19 Isolate yourself immediately. Your family members are not destined to get sick. On average 25% of household contacts get COVID. This can be reduced with isolation. Test close contacts. Close contacts should be tested about 5 days after exposure to…