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Table of Contents Table of Contents (continued) Introduction In late August 2000, Oxford Health Plans, Inc., sponsored a nationwide survey. The goal of the survey was to determine how the modern-day work environment affects the health and quality of the lives of American workers. A related objective was to assess how the work environment supports employees’ wellness efforts. Survey results were independently collected and tabulated through Central Marketing, Inc., of New York City. Magnet Communications of New York City, an agency working with Oxford Health Plans, had the responsibility of analyzing and articulating those results, which are the subject of this report. Summary of Key Findings Survey results suggest that a significant proportion of the American workforce feels disenfranchised and is working under circumstances that are less than healthy. Close to one in five American workers (18 percent) report company management doesn’t care about them. Close to one in five American workers (18 percent) report being too busy at work to take vacation time owed. One in five American workers (21 percent) report missing family events due to work, a problem more men (24 percent) face than women (17 percent). Close to one in five American workers (17 percent) report loss of sleep due to work, a condition that afflicts younger workers (23 percent) far more often than older workers (11 percent), who, in general, appear to be more adept at handling the pressures and demands of the workplace. Similar numbers of American workers also report having employers who make it difficult for them to attend medical appointments or to take care of medical emergencies. Close to one in five American workers (17 percent) report management policies make it difficult for them to take time off or to leave work in emergency situations. Close to one in five American workers (19 percent) report the need to show up for work even if ill or injured. Close to one in five American w