STRESSED? Find out how we can help you keep it under control.

Stress. We all have it. Between full-time jobs, families and errands, every minute of the day seems to be filled. If ever find yourself feeling like this, you could benefit from CareAllies Stress Management care as part of the Lifestyle Management Program. You see, in addition to the impact it has on your life right now, stress can cause health problems in the future. People with stress are apt to be sick more often and may be at risk for a variety of health problems - everything from acid reflux disease to a heart attack.

As a society, stress also takes a toll. It is estimated that US businesses lose $300 billion dollars every year due to stress-related issues. And the International Labour Association that the total cost of stress on society is 1-3.5% of the world's GDP.

Take control of your stress through CareAllies Stress Management, part of the Lifestyle Program offering.

CareAllies Stress Management care takes a one-on-one approach to stress management. By joining this program, you'll get up to 6 private online chat sessions with your Stress management nurse. You'll discuss the situations that create stress for you and learn real-world ways to reduce these stresses on a day-to-day basis. In addition, you'll also get:

• Personalized online behavior modification program that includes ongoing feedback through health assessments, guides and links; depression and anxiety screening; and information and education to assist in the change process.
• Online coaching sessions for personalized advice and educational information.
• A stress reduction toolkit that includes a workbook, a relaxation CD and other motivational tools.
• Discounts on programs that can help to reduce stress. Through the Healthy Rewards program®, you'll save on everything from massage therapy and acupuncture to supplements and health club memberships.
• WebMD^® , a convenient, secure online source of health improvement support content and decision support tools including the Health Risk Assessment.

Upgrade your membership for additional benefits.

If you'd prefer to add a more robust care approach, you have the option to combine with the Health Coach offering. With this choice, you will have access to exclusive content on WebMD^® to take control of your health, and a CareAllies Health Coach^(sm) to coordinate with your Lifestyle Management nurse. Benefits include:

Take action to reduce stress now - and protect your health in the future.

If you're fed up with feeling fed up, start taking charge of your stress today. Select the CareAllies Lifestyle Programs for Stress Management. You will increase the opportunity for employee retention and productivity.

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