Aon drops most since May as brokers revenue falls short
Aon Plc, the insurance broker that moved its headquarters to London from Chicago, declined the most since May after a measure of revenue growth slowed.
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MetLife lifts dividend first time since 2007
MetLife Inc., the largest U.S. life insurer, raised its dividend 49% in the first increase since 2007, after its exit from banking limited oversight from the Federal Reserve. The company gained the most since January in New York trading.
Study: Seizure drug during pregnancy increases babys autism risk
The epilepsy drug was also tied to a three-fold increase of autism spectrum disorder, which includes Asperger syndrome and other developmental disorders, according to research published Tuesday.
Hospital safety hurt by teamwork lapses, AIG study shows
Patient safety at U.S. hospitals is hampered by inadequate teamwork and communication, as well as a negative culture, according to a study by insurer American International Group Inc.
UnitedHealth first-quarter profit slips as medical costs rise
UnitedHealth Group Inc., the biggest U.S. health insurer, reported a first-quarter profit decline that was less than analysts estimates as higher enrollment helped blunt the effect of increased medical costs.
Hospitals profit from surgery complications in quality conundrum
Reducing surgical complications could cost hospitals money, according to a study that researchers say may help explain why the medical providers havent fully embraced quality improvement efforts.
Breast cancer drugs recommended for high-risk women
About 232,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year and an estimated 40,000 will die of the disease, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Obama programs derided by Republicans as pejorative entitlements
Left unchecked, Republicans say, Obamas entitlement society will bankrupt the nation. Entitlement used to be a fairly positive thing, says one historian. Until ACA, that is, and other more recent events.
Retirement account cap with Obama budget buoys insurance
A cap that President Barack Obama has proposed on the size of tax-advantaged retirement accounts is seen as potentially pushing savers to another product that limits payments to the government: life insurance.
Wells Fargo: 401(k) loans jump 28% as older workers tap savings
Increased loan activity raises fresh concerns about preparation for employee retirement readiness.
Employer health coverage in U.S. on 10-year decline
The share of Americans who get health benefits through work dropped to 60% in 2011, continuing a decade-long slide that highlights the challenges facing President Barack Obamas insurance overhaul.
Sebelius: Insurer feedback delays SHOP exchange
The delay of the feature of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act intended to help small businesses was because of concerns raised by insurers, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said Friday.
Obama pulls back health law promise as exchange costs double
The $1.3 trillion U.S. health-care system overhaul is getting more expensive and will initially accomplish less than intended.
Obama doubles estimate to $4 billion for health exchanges
The state health exchanges that are central to the U.S. Affordable Care Act are costing the federal government more than twice its initial budget to complete.
Capping low-skilled worker U.S. visas central to compromise
Under a new congressional plan, employers would be able to bring in an additional 20,000 low-skilled laborers a year, a number that would gradually rise to 75,000.
Adults younger than 65 more likely to skip drugs to save money
Tuesdays study found 13% of those ages 18 to 64 reported not taking their medications as prescribed to reduce costs compared with 5.8% of those 65 and older.
NAIC launches marketing campaign with singer Amy Grant
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners turns to Grammy-winning musician Amy Grant to highlight products that can guard consumers against unexpected events.
Research finds another way red meat is unhealthy
The substance is called carnitine, and as bacteria in the gut breaks it down, it turns into compound known to harden arteries, according to a study published Sunday in Nature Medicine.
AIG seeks to toss Greenbergs challenge to U.S. bailout
American International Group Inc. and the U.S. asked a judge to dismiss claims in a lawsuit by former AIG Chief Executive Officer Maurice Hank Greenberg challenging the governments bailout.
Life insurers slump as bond yields fall on U.S. jobs data
Lincoln National Corp. was among U.S. life insurers that declined as bond yields fell after employers added fewer jobs than forecast.