By focusing on prevention and early detection, implementing wellness programs for the entire family, and offering comprehensive benefit plans that cover specialized care, employers can significantly improve workforce health and productivity, which helps mitigate the cost burden of chronic conditions.

Diabetes is a chronic illness that can cause a host of health problems, including foot injuries and infections. Thankfully, prevention can help individuals living with diabetes stay a step ahead.

Cigna Healthcare’s U.S. employer chief strategy officer Heather Dlugolenski spoke on the evolution of benefits design in a recent fireside chat with Employee Benefit News.

Cancer has a profound impact on individuals, employers, and the health care system. Addressing these challenges requires a multi-faceted approach, including continued research, policy changes, and support systems for those affected.

Teachers, school librarians, counselors, and other education professionals work hard every day to create a successful learning environment. However, they are encountering significant challenges that extend beyond their classrooms to impact their personal health.