In this enlightening episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara Zabawa welcomes Suzanne Hunt, Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina Greensboro, to explore the relationship between public health and wellness. Suzanne discusses her perspective on the distinction and overlap between these fields, emphasizing the importance of systemic approaches in public health and individual wellness. The conversation delves into the roles of social justice, equity, and environmental factors in promoting wellbeing, and whether the wellness industry is ready to adopt a more holistic view. Tune in for an engaging discussion on how public health principles can complement wellness initiatives to create a more equitable and thriving society.

00:00 Introduction to the Wellness Law Podcast

00:27 Meet Suzanne: Public Health Educator

01:15 Public Health vs. Wellness: A Deep Dive

02:04 The Role of Environment in Wellness

03:12 Public Health and Wellness: A Synergistic Approach

06:53 Challenges in the Wellness Industry

07:35 Workplace Wellness: A Microcosm of Society

12:00 Bridging Public Health and Wellness

17:47 Global Perspectives on Wellness

25:14 Conclusion and Program Information

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In this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, Barbara Zabawa hosts Charlie Hodson, Vice President of Business Development at CPH Insurance. They delve into various types of liability insurance crucial for wellness practitioners, including general liability, professional liability, and cyber liability. Charlie clarifies common misunderstandings, elaborates on the distinction between claims-made and occurrence-based policies, and provides insights on when cyber liability might be necessary. Tune in to enhance your understanding of how to adequately protect your wellness practice.
00:00 Introduction to the Wellness Law Podcast
00:29 Meet Charlie Hodson from CPH Insurance
02:31 Understanding Liability Insurance Types
04:45 Virtual Work and Insurance Needs
08:57 General Liability for Fitness Professionals
12:49 Multiple Office Locations and Insurance
16:44 Claims Made vs. Occurrence Policies
24:26 Conclusion and Contact Information

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In this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara Zabawa enjoys a deep conversation with Pamela Miles, an internationally renowned reiki master and pioneer in bringing Reiki practice to conventional medicine. Pamela shares her intriguing journey into Reiki, her daily practice, and how she teaches others to harness self-healing. The discussion turns to the potential regulation of Reiki and similar alternative wellness practices. Pamela discusses her advocacy efforts against regulatory attempts and examines the ramifications of such regulation, asserting that Reiki is a spiritual, rather than medical, practice. They also touch on the diverse backgrounds of people seeking Reiki and the non-evidence of harm as stated by the National Institutes of Health. Don't miss this insightful exchange about the intersection of wellness practices and law. To learn more about Pamela and her work, visit https://reikiinmedicine.org/.
00:00 Introduction to the Wellness Law Podcast
00:27 Meet Pamela Miles: Reiki Master and Medical Pioneer
01:34 Pamela's Journey into Reiki
03:25 Daily Reiki Practice and Teaching
03:51 Advocacy and Regulation in Reiki
07:09 The Debate on Licensing Reiki Practitioners
12:33 The Spiritual Nature of Reiki
17:47 Pamela's Work and Resources
19:01 Conclusion and Farewell

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In this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara is joined by Dr. Rich Joseph and Rachele Pojednic, experts in both academia and the wellness industry. The discussion centers around their collaborative efforts to bridge the gap between traditional evidence-based medicine and the rapidly growing wellness industry. Dr. Pojednic, a director at Restore Hyper Wellness and a faculty member at Stanford, and Dr. Rich Joseph, a private medical practitioner and Harvard faculty member, share their unique perspectives on the challenges and responsibilities faced by both sectors. They emphasize the importance of scientific research, safe implementation of wellness therapies, and the need for collaboration to meet consumer demand. The conversation also touches on the legal ramifications and the necessity for both industries to build trust and ensure safety while navigating this complex landscape. To learn more about Dr. Podjenic's work, visit https://www.restore.com/restore-medical-team and follow her on social media. To learn more about Dr. Joseph, follow him on LinkedIn. To read Rich and Rachele's Snake Oil article, click here.

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Meet Amy Boone Thompson, owner and CEO of IDEAFit, a longstanding membership organization in the wellness and fitness industry with an audience of over 303,000 individuals. These fitness and wellness professionals may be involved in personal training, yoga, health coaching, and many other wellness services. IDEAFit is a leader in the wellness space, belonging to an international wellness organization called World Active (learn more at world-active.com). In this episode, Amy details how IDEAFit helps its members mitigate legal risk through offering affordable professional liability insurance and establishing a code of ethics. IDEAFit is also a leader in advancing wellness equity and inclusion through its Equity and Inclusion Pledge. Hopefully IDEAFit's leadership in creating standards, equity and inclusion in the wellness space will inspire others in the wellness industry to do the same.

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Leigh-Ann Webster served as the Executive Director for the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching from 2015 to 2024 where she led the effort to implement standards and a code of ethics for health and wellness coaches. In this episode, hear Leigh-Ann describe how she noticed a need for standards in coaching, why they are important, and what is next for wellness. To learn more about Leigh-Ann, connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighannwebster/.

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Meet Brian Schroeder, founder of Preventia and Entrepreneur extraordinaire! Brian founded Preventia in 2017 after managing physician practices for many years. A heart condition experienced by his wife after their daughter was born inspired him to dive into the wellness side of care, eventually leading to Preventia. Listen to this latest Wellness Law Podcast to hear Brian's story and his vision for the future of wellness (it involves a lot of health coaching!). If you are a health coach and want to learn more about the coaching platform offered by Brian's company, visit his website at https://www.preventia.care/what-we-do.

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