Health and wellness

GOP is making one last desperate push to repeal the ACA but faces significant challenges to get it done before a final deadline at the end of the month.

Employers need to understand demographics, select a strategic partner and offer HSAs, FSAs and wellness programs.

Employers can use technology to allow workers to pick and choose savings account options and to see the value of their savings.

Careful communication of reasonable alternative standard can keep employers out of court; Macy’s lawsuit renews concern about punitive measures.

Rolling back ACA taxes, improving HSAs and modifying the definition of full-time work are among the biggest legislative priorities for organizations this fall.

Employers can use technology to allow workers to pick and choose savings account options and to see the value of their savings.

At least 60% of employees suffer from illnesses such as depression, anxiety and stress at work, and employers are losing almost $225.8 billion each year as a result.

When the current bull market fever subsides (or crashes), dividend investing will regain some of its lost appeal, writes an expert.

When the current bull market fever subsides (or crashes), dividend investing will regain some of its lost appeal, writes an expert.

The president let Republican senators working on an eleventh-hour effort to repeal the Affordable Care Act know he is rooting for them, without explicitly supporting the legislation.

Despite new support, that doesn’t mean it stands a chance of passage. Republican lawmakers, who control both chambers of Congress, oppose a single-payer system.

Iowa’s proposed plan could spiral into a ‘Medicaid for all’ scenario fairly quickly, says adviser Craig Hasday.

There are four steps advisers can share with employers to proactively address potential abuse in the workplace.

The corporate-wellness business—from once-a-year biometric screenings to all-encompassing health programs —has ballooned to a $6.8 billion industry

Some of these states, however, may not be tax-friendly for retirees.

Some of these states, however, may not be tax-friendly for retirees.

Careful communication of reasonable alternative standard can keep employers out of court; Macy’s lawsuit renews concern about punitive measures.

Employee assistance programs and telepsychiatry can assist in treating depression and anxiety, as well as aid employers in removing the stigma around seeking treatment.

Benefit adviser Naama O. Pozniak believes in the power of yoga and meditation to help workers live longer, happier lives.

Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy and Lindsey Graham said Thursday they will introduce a revised version of their proposal to replace Obamacare, with the goal of getting a vote by the end of this month.