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The Relationship Of Corporate Fitness To Absenteeism And Health Care Cost, Shawn J. Mcgahey
The Relationship Of Corporate Fitness To Absenteeism And Health Care Cost, Shawn J. Mcgahey
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
Interest in corporate fitness is increasing. In this study, absenteeism rates and health care costs were measured for 12 months before and 12 months after implementation of a corporate fitness class. It was hypothesized that those who participate in the fitness program would have lower absenteeism rates and health care costs. It was also hypothesized that lifestyle factors would be significantly related to the decision to participate in the fitness program and to absenteeism.
Results showed no significant relationship between program participation and absenteeism. Also, it was found that average health care costs were lower before the program intervention and …