Partners in Prevention at Alexian Brothers Hospital Network

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The High Cost of Avoidable Disease

Alexian Brothers Partners in Prevention (PIP) is a unique program that can help organizations control escalating healthcare costs.  Billions of dollars are spent annually on healthcare and much of the spending could be avoided. 

Ninety percent of Type 2 diabetes and 80 percent of coronary heart disease could be avoided or delayed with regular physical activity, quitting smoking, and reducing stress [SOURCE: World Health Organization, 2005].  Specific types of cancers, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease are linked to lifestyle behaviors and can prematurely diminish the health and productivity of individuals.

Partners in Prevention

PIP focuses on reducing those costs by improving the health of employees or members.  We confidentially advise participants about important health issues, and present, in aggregate, a summary report of the health of the organization.  Our approach allows us to provide assistance to individuals and to advise organizations about health issues facing employees or members.  Our goal is to make people healthier, and therefore happier and more productive.

More Productivity and a Better Bottom Line

Employers are constantly seeking ways to improve the bottom line.  Reducing costs and improving productivity may significantly impact a company's financial health.  The Partners in Prevention program helps companies to:

  • Reduce healthcare costs and workers compensation fees
  • Increase productivity
  • Reduce absenteeism
  • Increase employee morale
  • Maintain a healthy employee program

PIP Benefits Organizations Like Yours

Organizations such as government agencies, non-profit organizations, school districts, and private companies have all taken advantage of PIP.  We take a snapshot of our partner's health by assessing the health status and risk profile of its members.  We give all participants the tools needed to improve their health:  information, education, and health coaching or counseling.  We also tailor programs to address specific health issues.