Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, employers have and will continue to face adjustments to accommodate their employees’ needs. For instance, employees are increasingly aware of their healthcare coverage and the need to make the right elections to benefit their own physical, mental and financial well-being and that of their family …
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, employees’ ability to adapt and quickly recover from challenges continues to be tested in countless ways. Employees who have low resilience are more likely to have lower satisfaction at work, feelings of low self-worth, low self-esteem, and lower professional ambition and performance. If feelings …
Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental fatigue caused by excessive prolonged stress. If you find yourself facing or approaching burnout, now is the time to stop, breathe, and switch direction. To do so, we’ve included tips to help you proactively identify this state and overcome it to …
Food insecurity is one of the most pervasive unmet social needs facing communities today and has been a major focus for health insurance carrier Anthem, especially now due to the pandemic’s exacerbation of the issue. Because of Anthem’s deep roots across the communities they serve, the carrier has been able …
As the fall and winter months approach, it is crucial we all do our part to keep our respiratory and immune systems in check. While flu season can last well into late spring, it typically spikes in the fall and is known to peak between December and February. That being …
Grab your cape and mask because it is time for Child Guidance Resource Centers’ 8th Annual One Stride at a Time Superhero Run for Prevention and Wellness Fair! This year the event will take place virtually and offers families prevention skills, builds awareness of substance abuse and shares resources. The …
CVS Health recently announced that it will invest nearly $600 million over five years to advance employee, community and public policy initiatives that address inequality faced by Black people and further decapacitated communities. The investment follows a commitment from President and CEO Larry Merlo to evaluate how the company operates …
As recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, washing your hands with soap and water is essential to fight off COVID-19 and maintain personal hygiene. If you are unable to access water and soap, hand sanitizer is an appropriate alternative to help you avoid spreading germs and getting …
The COVID-19 pandemic has and continues to bring on new challenges. As expectant mothers are attending fewer in-person prenatal care visits, the ability to detect pregnancy risks has become increasingly difficult. To help address this unprecedented maternal health crisis affecting women across the country, Aetna has launched a new initiative …
As schools across the nation open, the health and safety of students and staff remains a top priority amid the current pandemic. With that said, schools have been experiencing a large shortage in personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning products. Therefore, health insurance company, Highmark, has decided to launch a …
Aetna, a CVS Health company, recently announced the launch of the Attain Games — a virtual event that includes a series of healthy activities created by high caliber U.S. athletes to help Attain by Aetna members achieve their health goals while focusing on at-home wellness. The Attain app provides Aetna …
The novel coronavirus has forced employers to implement a variety of strategies to transform their workplace and adhere to the needs of their employees. From updating leave policies to accommodating work from home needs, the importance of prioritizing an employee’s health and wellness cannot be understated. While resuming “business as …
On August 5, 2020, Teladoc Health, Inc. (TDOC), well-known telemedicine provider, entered into a definitive merger agreement with Livongo Health, Inc. (LVGO) valued at $18.5 billion. Both companies, who excel in virtual health and chronic condition management, will create a comprehensive virtual healthcare delivery system — designed to improve health …
To help improve the health and lifestyle of people living with type 2 diabetes, UnitedHealth Group has launched an innovative new digital therapy, which combines wearable technology and customized personal support — it’s known as Level2. Level2 is an all-new, personalized care experience that grants eligible participants real-time insights surrounding …
“Employers and other plan sponsors are increasingly looking for innovative tools to help people manage worry and anxiety, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Sree Chaguturu, MD, chief medical officer at CVS Caremark, the PBM of CVS Health, in a statement. CVS Health has launched ‘Daylight’ — …
