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Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

How Happiness and Health are Linked

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Happiness is defined as “an emotion of joy, gladness, satisfaction, and well-being” by the American Psychological Association. Most people want a happy and fulfilling life. Happiness...

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The Latest Trends in Workplace Ageism

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While older workers may be more knowledgeable and experienced, employers tend to overlook them in favor of younger, less experienced workers. Despite laws to protect older workers,...

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The Advantages of Virtual Mental Health Care

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More than one in five Americans live with a mental illness. An estimated 122 million Americans live in areas that have a shortage of mental health professionals. Many may postpone or...

ACA’s Preventative Care Mandate Reinstated

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Back in March, a U.S. District Court struck down the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) preventative care coverage requirements. The ruling stated that items or services with A or B ratings by...

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Employers Embracing Hybrid Work

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A recent survey found that 71% of U.S. employers have hybrid work arrangements in 2023, with only 16% requiring in-person work. However, some companies have embraced hybrid work for the...

Gen Xers and Retirement

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A recent report found that 69% of Generation X (Gen X) members want to retire by age 65, but only 37% believe they will be able to. Gen X are those individuals born between 1965 and...

Advantages of Narrow Network Plans

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As health care costs in the United States continue to rise, its costs are outpacing wages. This makes health care coverage less affordable for many workers. Many employers are...

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

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Your mental health includes how you feel, think, and act. It also includes your social and emotional well-being.

HSA and HDHP Limits Increase for 2024

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The IRS recently announced the inflation-adjusted contribution limits for health savings accounts (HSAs) and high deductible health plans (HDHPs) will increase for 2024.

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The Mental Health Stigma in the Workplace

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The stigma associated with mental health affects many who live with mental health challenges. Mental health stigma in the workplace can be harmful and cause organization mental health...