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Newshound
08-16-2013, 01:57 PM
Queensland workers will now find it easier to be healthy at work - and it doesn't involve replacing office chairs with a treadmill or tools with dumbbells!

Health Minister Lawrence Springborg launched the Newman Government’s Workplace for Wellness Program today at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland.

“This program aims to empower, inspire and guide Queensland employers to support their workers to live healthier and longer lives,” Mr Springborg said.

“The Workplaces for Wellness Program offers Queensland businesses access to a new website that provides more than 40 additional resources, such as templates, tools, ideas and tips to help develop and manage a sustainable workplace wellness program.

“The focus of the program is to address the high rates of chronic disease in our state and support more than two million Queensland adults where they spend most of their time – at work.”

Mr Springborg said overweight and obesity, physical inactivity, poor diet, smoking and excessive alcohol consumption take a toll on more than just individuals.

Read more... (http://statements.qld.gov.au/Statement/2013/8/7/workplaces-focus-on-wellness-with-new-program)