By Marcia Otto | HR Daily Advisor Organizations continue to focus on helping employees improve their overall well-being, which in turn can positively impact productivity and costs. The key to realizing the value of this focus is an engaged population, yet despite best intentions and large investments, many employers still face low benefits utilization. According […]
Episode 15: Preparing for Flu Season The flu can have a major impact to organizations and their employees, and it’s never too early to start preparing for next year’s flu season. In this episode of Health Advocate’s Ask the Expert series, we’re joined by Health Advocate Medical Director Dr. Jocelyn Sivalingam to discuss the importance […]
By Jocelyn Sivalingam | BenefitsPRO While this year’s flu season may be winding down, now is the time to start planning ahead to protect your employees and your business ahead of next year’s flu season. Influenza can have a devastating impact on individuals and organizations. While this year’s flu season may be winding down, now […]
Health Advocate Clinical Guidelines: Sources From the current medical literature to revised guidelines from trusted medical organizations, our Health Advocate clinical team of experienced medical directors and Registered Nurses continually monitors new research and updates our approach to preventive and chronic care. This ensures that when we are helping our members through the decision support […]
Jeff Silver | American Healthcare Leader From financial impact to wellness, Pam Mortenson shares how she helps Health Advocate develop customized solutions that address customers’ goals For decades, West Corporation has been a leading technology-enabled company that connects people all around the world and makes companies more efficient. It provides innovative solutions to companies ranging […]
Brett Christie | WorldatWork As organizations become more invested in engagement, employee health and well-being programs are a point of emphasis. To maximize this form of engagement, organizations are increasing communication through technology. However, as organizations add more health and wellness benefits, it leads to more platforms and the message becomes less concise and more […]
Episode 14: Health and Benefits for Higher Ed Colleges and universities are unique when it comes to providing healthcare and other benefits and resources to their populations, including faculty, staff and students. In this episode of Health Advocate’s Ask the Expert series, we welcome back Matt Verdecchia, Senior Trainer and Organizational Development Lead with Health […]
HR Daily Advisor A new survey conducted among HR and benefits managers on employee benefits engagement and utilization has found that despite the ongoing growth of technology, employees desire personalized, human interaction. This was among the findings of the Driving Benefits Engagement survey by Health Advocate. Specifically, 78% of respondents said that they offer employees […]
Member Engagement Platform: Connecting members to the right resources By Marcia Otto VP, Product, West’s Health Advocate Solutions Health Advocate’s Member Engagement Platform is comprised of a state-of-the-art website and mobile app that quickly and easily connect members to the right expert help and resources at the right time. The website and mobile app both […]
By Ada Brainsky, M.D., Medical Director, Operations Management With the return of warm weather, tickborne diseases become a concern. Transmission is possible anytime between spring and early fall, with a peak between May and July when the ticks are more active. Even though everyone should take steps to protect themselves and their loved ones (including […]