Health and wellness

“Short-term telehealth options make it possible for businesses to navigate a very uncertain time,” says Bill Goodwin, CEO of telehealth provider MeMD.

An integrated healthcare model can treat behavioral health issues more holistically than relying on add-on benefits.

Women hold many of the jobs considered vital during this national emergency, meaning they’re being asked to stay on the front lines longer, risking their health and safety.

“For public company executives, who by nature of their position have to be out and about, the risk can be quite high.”

It’s estimated that workplace stress now costs employers $500 billion annually in the form of decreased performance at work or absenteeism.

There isn’t a better time than now to review your employee healthcare and wellness benefits.

Employers are seeing a spike in demand for EAPs and behavioral health workplace benefits.

HR managers can help support employees working remotely by recommending how any workspace can be made safe and comfortable, whether employees are working from their own home office or are making calls from the couch.

The company’s U.S. employees and eligible family members will receive 20 mental health sessions with a therapist or coach each year.

UnitedHealthcare gives expecting women a second yearly eye exam to address changes brought on by pregnancy.

Employees are likely experiencing information overload right now, and unfortunately, not all of the content is valid.

“It does bring to life the effect of an economic downturn and the results that will have in the health benefits space,” says David Henka, CEO of ActiveRADAR.

CVS expands their benefits to include voluntary perks like mental health support and caregiving tools.

Seeking emotional support is crucial during times of uncertainty, especially for those struggling with anxiety disorders.

Where some see unacceptable risk, others are eyeing bargain airplane tickets.

Here are some important steps employers can take to help employees make healthy choices during the daily lunch break.

For employers, the global outbreak marks a sea change for many industries long resistant to flexible work arrangements, forcing renewed debate on WFH policies and flextime for daycare.

“We need to build health plans that incentivize employees to make better healthcare choices based on quality,” Jim Blachek, CEO of Dynamic Benefit Solutions, says.

Aside from refinancing, retirees are advised to consider downsizing their homes to reduce overall spending.