The governor said an emphasis on prevention could begin to bridge the gap between skyrocketing health costs and public revenues, which are growing much more slowly. Freudenthal pointed to the states newly introduced wellness initiative,
which expands Wyomings investment in its employees health in an effort to reduce unnecessary use of medical services, absenteeism, on-the-job injuries and workers compensation costs.
Source: Campaign website, www.govdave.com, "Issues"
Aug 18, 2006
