No one likes a sick day – especially an employer. Unfortunately, health-related employee absenteeism is a common obstacle facing many organizations. In the United States, employers face an estimated $226 billion annually in absenteeism costs, approximately $1,695 per employee, according to The McKinsey Health Institute. These sky-high costs are largely fueled by chronic health conditions that could be reduced through preventive care and wellness programs.   For employers, employee absences mean […]

Though deeply connected through tradition, culture, and resilience, many tribal communities still face unique challenges when it comes to accessing great healthcare. Between rural locations, provider shortages, cultural care gaps and more, tribal health disparities show that this population ultimately isn’t getting the care they need. But what if getting the right care was as […]

Health and wellness don’t just happen during your members’ yearly check-ups; they’re shaped by the lifestyle choices that people make every day – from getting enough sleep, to regularly exercising and limiting stress.  Don’t get us wrong – access to and utilization of primary care is an essential part of maintaining overall health. But long-term […]

In healthcare, technology has the ability to increase operational efficiency, improve access, and impact outcomes. For some people, technological innovation in the industry is a daunting concept. But not for Premise Health’s vice president of clinical applications, Laurel Cipriani, MSc, MSN. She thrives on technology-enabled transformation.   Laurel specializes in systems improvement, information technology, and IT […]

The health of union members and their families is a top priority for any union leader. Unfortunately, assuring high quality healthcare services for a diverse population isn’t easy: The cost of care going up around the country, provider shortages are making it more difficult to see a doctor, and, even when members do get care, appointments may be short and impersonal, facilitated by providers who […]

Results from Business Group on Health’s 2026 Employer Health Care Strategy Survey  If there’s one thing on employers’ minds, it’s healthcare costs. Can we blame them? In 2023 and 2024, employers faced the steepest consecutive cost increases in a decade, exceeding projections and leaving organizations at a significant cost disadvantage entering 2025, according to Business Group on Health’s 2026 survey.   Costs show no signs of slowing. Without any changes to […]