June 3, 2019
Posted in Human Resources by Employee Plans
The following chart shows the health savings account (HSA) limits that will apply for 2020, along with the 2019 limits for comparison purposes. The IRS limits for HSA contributions increase for 2020. The minimum deductible and out-of-pocket maximum limits for high deductible health plans (HDHPs) also increase for 2020. Type of Limit 2019 2020 Change
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May 1, 2019
Posted in Disease Prevention by Employee Plans
The best way to protect against measles is to get the measles-mumps-rubella shot (called the MMR shot). Doctors recommend that all children get the MMR shot. Why should my child get the MMR shot? The MMR shot: Protects your child from measles, a potentially serious disease, as well as mumps and rubella. Prevents your child
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March 11, 2019
Posted in Live Well - Work Well by Employee Plans
Diabetes is the seventh-leading cause of death, and the leading cause of kidney failure, in the United States. Type 2 diabetes makes up nearly 95 percent of diabetes cases. Fortunately, Type 2 diabetes is preventable. If you’re concerned about your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, talk to your doctor. You can also adopt the
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February 11, 2019
Posted in Live Well - Work Well by Employee Plans
Stress can take a toll on your workplace. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), more than 1 in 3 women has a form of cardiovascular disease. And, heart disease is the leading cause of hospital stays for men in the United States. Due to the prevalence of the disease, the AHA recognizes each February as
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January 3, 2019
Posted in Live Well - Work Well by Employee Plans
January 1 signals a new calendar year, and for many Americans, a “new year, new me” mentality. In fact, according to Business Insider, getting in shape is consistently the most popular New Year’s resolution in the United States. While making lifestyle changes, as approved by a doctor, is not a bad thing, turning to a fad diet
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December 18, 2018
Posted in Live Well - Work Well by Employee Plans
If you find it harder to keep up with your workout program as the temperatures drop, you’re not alone. Every year, many Americans find it increasingly difficult to remain committed to their plan as the holidays, shorter days and less-than-ideal weather create obstacles. Whether you’re a gym-goer or outdoor exerciser, there are simple ways you
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December 11, 2018
Posted in Live Well - Work Well by Employee Plans
With peak flu season approaching quickly, you know how important it is to constantly wash your hands and disinfect shared spaces, but there’s probably one thing you’ve been neglecting to disinfect: your cellphone. Researchers from the University of Arizona found that cellphones carried 10 times more bacteria than most toilet seats. And, what’s even more
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December 4, 2018
Posted in Live Well - Work Well by Employee Plans
Holiday stress plagues many Americans every year. Top holiday stressors include staying on a budget, managing multiple commitments and finding the perfect gift. Use these three tips to help keep holiday stress at bay this year. Create your budget now. If you’re stressed about how your holiday spending will impact you after the holidays are
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November 7, 2018
Posted in Human Resources by Employee Plans
Each year, the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Health Research & Educational Trust conduct a survey to examine employer-sponsored health benefit trends such as annual deductibles, plan enrollment, and health and wellness programs. The 2018 edition of this survey has been released, and it discusses a lot, including how health care costs continue to rise.
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October 5, 2018
Posted in Wellness by Employee Plans
With flu season on the way, arm your employees now with the information they need to manage their own, and their family’s potential illness. COLD OR FLU? Though the common cold and seasonal influenza share several symptoms, there are points of differentiation that will help you identify which you may have in order to seek
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