by Johnette van Eeden | May 14, 2014 | Wellness
This is National Women’s Health Week (May is National Women’s Health Month) and I can’t think of a better time to discuss the top five health issues that women face: heart disease, breast cancer, osteoporosis, depression and autoimmune diseases. With wellness...
by Johnette van Eeden | May 9, 2014 | Wellness
This weekend, as we honor our mothers and their influence on our lives, I am reminded once again of two of the most important women in my life — my mother and grandmother. There are many ways our mothers impact our lives, from instilling a firm set of values to...
by Johnette van Eeden | Apr 29, 2014 | Wellness
Spring is making its welcome as we say “so long” to what has been a legendary winter for much of the country. The trees are blooming, the days are longer and brighter, and people are putting away their coats and re-entering the outdoor world. At the same...
by Johnette van Eeden | Apr 17, 2014 | Wellness
As our nation’s healthcare habits shift from costly trips to the emergency room to preventive care, it is critical to educate employees on the importance of early detection. Early detection begins with a screening. And onsite wellness clinics, such as those we conduct...
by Johnette van Eeden | Apr 7, 2014 | Wellness
We’ve all experienced it – the dreaded winter weight. Now that spring has arrived and the layers are coming off, you may suddenly realize that the warmer weather wardrobe is fitting a little too snug. Not to worry – Star Wellness has your back. Here are a few tips...
by Johnette van Eeden | Mar 19, 2014 | Wellness
Last year while screening thousands of employees across the nation, we found an unexpected and worrisome trend. Vitamin D deficiency was off the charts. A whopping 80 percent of individuals being screened for other health issues were seriously lacking in Vitamin D....
