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March 2010 Health Care Newsletter
IN THIS ISSUE:
Experts Agree a Tax on Health Plans Likely to Cut Benefits
Since the vast majority of Americans who have health coverage get it through their jobs, one obvious question raised by the health reform legislation pending in Congress is: How might it affect the U.S. employment-based health benefits system?
Survey Finds Both Employers and Employees Focusing on Health Costs
New research indicates some employees, motivated by financial concerns and job security, are getting their financial houses in order while participating in wellness and disease management programs more frequently. Simultaneously, the research indicates employers, faced with annual rising health care costs, are increasing emphasis on disease management and wellness programs designed to reduce costs. This is the strongest alignment of employer-employee interests to date, demonstrating a shared focus on health, responsibility and cost reduction that could be mutually beneficial in the long-term.
Company Realized $30 million in Avoidable Expenses by Focusing on Preventive Care
Last month Lafarge North America Inc., was honored with the Healthy Workforce Productivity Award which recognizes leadership in the area of health and productivity and honors an employer that has worked with its employees to develop, implement and measure an innovative health and productivity initiative.
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