As major employers in the community and the primary source of health care in many communities, hospitals have the opportunity to establish strong community norms and influence the health decisions of the public. By providing the healthiest food venues possible for their employees and community, hospitals can be powerful employers and role models.
KHA congratulates Community HealthCare System, Onaga, and William Newton Hospital, Winfield, recipients of the 2018 Healthy Kansas Hospitals Centers of Excellence Award.
The population affected by the dietary options available within Kansas hospitals not only includes patients, but the hospital staff, medical staff and clinic staff who often utilize the available onsite dietary services and finally, the general public. As major employers in the community and the primary source of health care in many communities, hospitals have the opportunity to establish strong community norms and influence the health decisions of the public. By providing the healthiest food venues possible for their employees and community (which includes cafeterias, vending machines, snack carts, and gift shops), hospitals can be powerful employers and role models. Read More ...
Creating a Worksite Wellness Committee.
Creating Change in the Hospital.
Tips and Tricks for a Healthy Culture.
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Hayley Finch-Genschorck Healthy Kansas Hospitals 215 S.E. Eighth Ave. Topeka, KS 66603-3906 (785) 233-7436
As major employers in the community and the primary source of health care in many communities, hospitals have the opportunity to establish strong community norms and influence the health decisions of the public. Healthy Kansas Hospitals is committed to helping members provide the healthiest environments possible for their employees and community.