On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization

(WHO) signaled that a global pandemic of novel influenza A (H1N1) was underway by raising the worldwide pandemic alert level to Phase 6 External Web Site Icon.

. This action was a reflection of the spread of the new H1N1 virus, not the severity of illness caused by the virus. At the time, more than 70 countries had reported cases of novel influenza A (H1N1) infection and there were ongoing community level outbreaks of novel H1N1 in multiple parts of the world.

The Sandwich Generation

Are you finding yourself caught between the needs of your children and your aging parents? If so, you are a member of the Sandwich Generation. Click here for tips on handling this important life transition.

Workers' Mental Health is in Employers' Best Interest

Mental health issues cost U.S. companies about $63 billion a year. While about 28 percent of that is in treatment costs, 27 percent is in costs associated with excessive absenteeism, and 28 percent is in loss of productivity. More and more employers understand how critical it is to pay attention to the mental health of their employees and make sure there are resources available, including employee assistance Programs, so workers can get the help they need. To read the article, click here.

News and Publications

Visit the links listed below for a sample of FEI's current publications that are available to our clients. Contact FEI Behavioral Health with any questions or comments.

EAPost, a quarterly online behavioral health Newsletter.

Spring 2010 EAPost English Version

Spring 2010 EAPost Spanish Version

Summer 2009 EAPost English Version

Summer 2009 EAPost Spanish Version

Crisis Management Connections

Crisis Management Connections Summer 2010

The Alliance for Children and Families Publications

The Alliance for Children and Families publishes several publications throughout the year for members of the Alliance and others to use as media tools, learn best practices, and receive updates on public policy and trends.

Alliance Publications