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May 17, 2014 12:06 am GMT

Volunteering Is Good For Your Health And Your Work

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If you run a business, it might be worth your time to introduce volunteering opportunities as the latest company perk. It will not only improve the skill set of your employees, but also promote health and wellness.

A study by UnitedHealth Group and the Optum Institute finds that volunteering is linked to better physical, mental and emotional health.

The survey of more than 3,300 U.S adults reveals that 76% of U.S. adults who volunteer say volunteering makes them feel physically healthier, and 78% report that volunteering lowers levels of stress, which results in feeling better than adults who do not volunteer. Read more...

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