How Health Advocate is Helping Members During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Healthcare is complex under normal circumstances, but in the current, ever-changing environment, many people may be more overwhelmed, confused and stressed than ever. In these times of uncertainty, Health Advocate
How workplace health and benefits programs can support employees during a pandemic
By Jocelyn Sivalingam, M.D., F.A.C.P., Medical Director, Health Advocate The current COVID-19 pandemics affects everyone. Employees may be unsure where to turn for credible sources of help for questions related
Keep Calm and Wash Your Hands
Workplace experts insist companies must pay attention to employees' mental as well as physical health amid the virus outbreak.
Compassion: A new treatment for addiction?
Today, the buzzword is so-called “second-chance” approaches for employees suspected of falling prey to opioid addiction, with human resource executives now tasked with developing protocols around compassion, treatment and keeping
Harnessing the Power of Data Analytics to Maximize Employee Benefits
As data analytics continue to evolve, they promise to play key roles in shaping employee benefits and engaging employees in taking steps toward better health.
Employers ban vaping as its reputation goes up in smoke
Experts say large companies are leading the way, adding vaping to workplace tobacco policies.
Reading the tea leaves
BenefitsPRO asked a group of industry leaders for their insights on what to expect on several hot-button topics.
New IRS Rule Update Impacts Coverage of Preventive Care for Employees with Chronic Conditions
A July 2019 IRS update expands coverage for preventive care for those with chronic conditions so that these preventive services will now no longer be subject to deductibles or coinsurance.
Study from Health Advocate Named Among Best Papers of 2018 by American Journal of Health Promotion
Research demonstrates positive impact on quality and cost for employers that screen for hyperlipidemia in the workplace