CVS to workers: Tell us how much you weigh or it'll cost you $600 a year
Mar 21, 2013 15:14:50 #
Government micro-managing private lives is wrong IMO. I take great offense when government can tell me what to eat, how much to eat, and otherwise take my right to choose from me. It is my right to make poor choices and since there is also debate at this time about what actual "healthy" weight is, I don't think it's anybodies business if I'm 30 pounds overweight or 30 pounds underweight.
Mar 21, 2013 16:12:05 #
Rich2236 wrote:
quote=Kombiguy I think everyone should be issued ... (show quote)
As long as folks let themselves get fat get weak and get lazy they need someone to look after them. I wouldn't blame any employer that refused them insurance or charged them a penalty each month.
Mar 21, 2013 16:20:54 #
Remoman wrote:
What are your thoughts on this?
I wonder if this will be legal under various states' privacy and labor laws?
http://lifeinc.today.com/_news/2013/03/20/17387406-cvs-to-workers-tell-us-how-much-you-weigh-or-itll-cost-you-600-a-year?lite
I wonder if this will be legal under various states' privacy and labor laws?
http://lifeinc.today.com/_news/2013/03/20/17387406-cvs-to-workers-tell-us-how-much-you-weigh-or-itll-cost-you-600-a-year?lite
I have made a life study of this since I am overweight. Weight loss is almost never successful in the long run. (look at Oprah) The weight is is easy for most. The problem is keeping it off. The 5 year recidivism is about 95%.; Studies show it is more unhealthy to lose and gain weight that to just keep the weight. I am a psychologist who has tried every trick in the book. and nothing created a long range success.
Mar 21, 2013 17:51:42 #
I'll bet , that in the long run the workers will blame CVS and NOT obama for that
Mar 21, 2013 18:14:21 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
Kombiguy wrote:
I think everyone should be issued a calorie card. Every time you make a food purchase, you must present the card. When you have used up your allotment of calories for the month, you can purchase no more food.
You would go to the doctor who would certify the amount of calories you need.
You would go to the doctor who would certify the amount of calories you need.
Hey Doc ..... don't let Bloomberg hear your idea or half of the city of New York will be out gunning for ya doc .....
Mar 21, 2013 19:10:52 #
artlover
Loc: NM
Interesting: This is SF again. Do they get weighed as they cross the Golden Gate or The Bay bridge?
This is the "Land of Unintended Consequences"
This is the "Land of Unintended Consequences"
Mar 21, 2013 19:48:09 #
[quote=UP-2-IT][
As long as folks let themselves get fat get weak and get lazy they need someone to look after them. I wouldn't blame any employer that refused them insurance or charged them a penalty each month.[/quote]
I think everyone should take an IQ test, and if they're stupid, they shouldn't be allowed to reproduce. They also obviously need someone to look after them. Perhaps we should have yearly exams where the government culls those deemed unfit to live?
As long as folks let themselves get fat get weak and get lazy they need someone to look after them. I wouldn't blame any employer that refused them insurance or charged them a penalty each month.[/quote]
I think everyone should take an IQ test, and if they're stupid, they shouldn't be allowed to reproduce. They also obviously need someone to look after them. Perhaps we should have yearly exams where the government culls those deemed unfit to live?
Mar 21, 2013 20:06:46 #
Remoman wrote:
What are your thoughts on this?
I wonder if this will be legal under various states' privacy and labor laws?
http://lifeinc.today.com/_news/2013/03/20/17387406-cvs-to-workers-tell-us-how-much-you-weigh-or-itll-cost-you-600-a-year?lite
I wonder if this will be legal under various states' privacy and labor laws?
http://lifeinc.today.com/_news/2013/03/20/17387406-cvs-to-workers-tell-us-how-much-you-weigh-or-itll-cost-you-600-a-year?lite
I am a public school teacher. Starting last year we have to go to our doctor each year (paying for it ourselves) for a "health screening ". It includes weight, cholesterol, BMI, and blood pressure. It is required by and submitted to the health insurance company. My question is, why? They say its to help us manage our health, but I wonder what they are really going to do with my private information. It is what Obamacare is requiring of the health insurance companies. I can't wait to find out what's next. I'm sure people's health insurance premiums will be based on these tests. Oh by the way, we also have to take a detailed questionaire that includes fairly detailed questions about any depression or mental health issues we have. I think it's very intrusive. I can understand a company asking prospective employees this, but not a health insurance company. I've NEVER had to do this before. I do not like it at all.
Mar 21, 2013 20:06:50 #
[quote=Kombiguy]
and you be the first.....! Hitler did that at the start of his reign.
Rich
UP-2-IT wrote:
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As long as folks let themselves get fat get weak and get lazy they need someone to look after them. I wouldn't blame any employer that refused them insurance or charged them a penalty each month.[/quote]
I think everyone should take an IQ test, and if they're stupid, they shouldn't be allowed to reproduce. They also obviously need someone to look after them. Perhaps we should have yearly exams where the government culls those deemed unfit to live?
As long as folks let themselves get fat get weak and get lazy they need someone to look after them. I wouldn't blame any employer that refused them insurance or charged them a penalty each month.[/quote]
I think everyone should take an IQ test, and if they're stupid, they shouldn't be allowed to reproduce. They also obviously need someone to look after them. Perhaps we should have yearly exams where the government culls those deemed unfit to live?
and you be the first.....! Hitler did that at the start of his reign.
Rich
Mar 21, 2013 20:10:39 #
Mar 21, 2013 20:16:42 #
[quote=Rich2236]
You realize, I am certain, that I was being sarcastic?
Kombiguy wrote:
quote=UP-2-IT br As long as folks let themselve... (show quote)
You realize, I am certain, that I was being sarcastic?
Mar 21, 2013 21:20:07 #
Mar 21, 2013 21:23:35 #
[quote=Kombiguy]
Beeing sarcastic ? NO !! You are right on the mony
Rich2236 wrote:
quote=Kombiguy quote=UP-2-IT br As long as fol... (show quote)
Beeing sarcastic ? NO !! You are right on the mony
Mar 21, 2013 23:19:29 #
RPbySC wrote:
quote=Remoman What are your thoughts on this? br ... (show quote)
Thats because your an educator.
Mar 21, 2013 23:21:16 #
[quote=Kombiguy]
Both of us was. There is no substance to my statement, just wanted to see how long it would take for the blame to be put on our President.
Rich2236 wrote:
quote=Kombiguy quote=UP-2-IT br As long as fol... (show quote)
Both of us was. There is no substance to my statement, just wanted to see how long it would take for the blame to be put on our President.
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