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No matter who wins on Nov. 6, it’s wise to assume that health care reform will stand and plan accordingly. There are 3 things health benefit managers can do for the 2013 renewal and set a smooth transition to the post-reform world.

Some show-must-go-on workers may have seen a recent viral video that showed pop star Justin Bieber puking on stage, then returning just moments later to continue his concert. “If Bieber can do it, so can I,” these employees might think. However, health experts remind, the Bieb is not a role model for workplace wellness.

After emailing his employees to let them know they may get fired if President Obama wins re-election, should CEO David Siegel be lauded or lampooned for his corporate communication style?

In a recent town hall meeting, Rep. Todd Akin (R-Mo.) responded to a question about the Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. Akin, who voted against the law, said his decision was more about "freedom" than fairness. Can freedom reasonably be invoked on fair pay?

After having a third child this summer, EBN Editor Kelley M. Butler is celebrating a new addition AND new health insurance. After several years with an HSA, she's now HRA all the way.

In his final posting before Editor-in-Chief Kelley Butler's return next week, guest blogger Ed Bray offers three additional open enrollment lessons he's learned over the course of his 14 years in the employee benefits business.

With many companies gearing up for the busy open enrollment season, guest blogger Ed Bray reminds them of three action items that can be easily overlooked during the open enrollment process.

Guest blogger Karrie Andes is a natural-born skeptic when it comes to savings numbers presented by carriers, vendors and consultants. In his new book, Why Nobody Believes the Numbers: Distinguishing Fact from Fiction in Population Health Management, Al Lewis gives Karrie even more reason to raise an eyebrow.

An anthropology professor breastfed her sick baby in front of her undergraduate class recently, causing a minor stir on campus. The assistant professor at American University, Adrienne Pine, made the difficult decision during the first week of classes to bring her infant daughter to work after child care plans fell through. As an HR manager and peer, how would you respond if a similar situation occurred in your workplace?

Yes, you read that correctly. Friendly. And even helpful, says guest blogger Karrie Andes, who shares how the DOL and Employee Benefits Security Administration have helped her through everything from a health plan audit to appeals to disease management.