Let’s face it—no matter how beneficial they are, most employee benefits packages read like a confusing hunk of jargon when you actually try to dig into the details. This is a problem because employee benefits aren’t just perks. A well-designed employee benefits package makes your team healthier and more financially
If you’re an employer, you may feel like you’re paying too much for healthcare and getting too little in return. Your last renewal probably came with another rate increase and no clear explanation. And every year, your employees keep paying more out-of-pocket. Yet despite all that spending, no one’s getting
Conscientious business owners want their employees to get the care they deserve in order to live full, healthy, and productive lives. But, as you might have noticed, benefit costs continue to keep increasing, which makes providing these benefits more challenging. This increase, materially driven by the expanding specialty drug market,
When it comes to your family you will try your very best to make sure that everyone is healthy and happy. What does this really mean? Did you know, according to the CDC, most people have a family history of at least one chronic disease such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease? This can be
Many people think their eyesight is fine without realizing they may need glasses or contact lenses. According to the CDC, approximately 11 million Americans over the age of 12 need vision correction. Regular eye exams are an important part of finding eye diseases early to protect your vision. Eye Exams
We have all at one point or another dealt with trying to choose healthy options. Especially at a fast-food restaurant. It is so easy to just choose something that is quick and easy. The truth of the matter is that it is extremely difficult to follow a heart healthy diet
For some of us, traveling around this time of the year is inevitable. We do our best to choose the healthier options compared to the fast options. Prioritizing your health is so important. According to Genesis Medical Associates, “as everyone packs into cars, planes, kitchens, and dining rooms, the holidays
Let’s face it, we are our own worst enemy when it comes to realistic expectations. No matter what we do everyone sets a standard for themselves that only some can grasp. Cambridge University defines realistic expectations as accepting things as they are and believing good things are going to happen.
If you’re in the telecommunications industry, you might be wondering if this is the end of an era when it comes to benefits. For years, one of the major perks of working in the telecommunication industry was the rich employee benefits packages companies offered their employees. The low out-of-pocket costs
You are not alone in this fight. Everyone endures some type of stress at least once in their lifetime. It is all about how you react and how you understand the stress that matters. According to Harvard, “a stressful situation — whether something environmental, such as a looming work deadline,
What is cholesterol? It is a waxy substance found in your blood. According to Mayo Clinic, “your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of heart disease.” High cholesterol can increase your risk for a heartattack and stroke. Genetics and Cholesterol
If you’re a business owner with a self-funded medical plan, you’ve likely recently noticed a significant rise in cost. Rest assured, it’s not just you. In 2023 alone, the average annual premium for employers increased by about 7% compared to the previous year. (KFF Files) (KFF). The stakes attached to
