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Requests for time off in the US increased by 6% from Q1 of 2023 to Q1 of 2024, while approvals decreased by 3%.
Best Practices
Retirement plan re-do: 4 ways to redesign 401(k)s to reduce employee financial stress
The financial stress your employees bring to the office has an impact on their effectiveness, but supporting them in their retirement planning can help improve their peace of mind and, subsequently, your company's overall success.
In this episode, Chris opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome in his competitive industry, sharing practical tips for boosting confidence, and being a top 5 finalist for the BenefitsPro Advisor of the Year award.
Expert Opinion
2024 compliance checklist: RxDC Is Back!
In mid-February, CMS released revised instructions for the highly anticipated third RxDC reports, which encompass the 2023 calendar year and are due…
In the first quarter of 2024, 323 drugs were in short supply, up from the previous high of 320 in 2014, says the University of Utah Drug Information Service, as policymakers propose giving the FDA more power over Big Pharma.
For the first time, UnitedHealth acknowledged that it paid ransom to "protect patient data," even though the feds have asked health-care organizations not to pay ransom so stealing patient data becomes less lucrative.
Market Insights
Anti-hustle jobs surge as work-life balance takes center stage
In health care and nursing, 'anti-hustle' job postings (8.9%) outweigh 'hustle' job postings (8.6%).
Washington passed the My Health, My Data Act, which took effect March 31, 2024, to protect consumer health data, followed by Nevada, while the Vermont legislature is considering enacting its version of this landmark law.
On Tuesday, the Department of Labor finalized its Retirement Security Rule that updates the definition of an investment advice fiduciary, while critics say millions could now lose access to professional financial guidance.
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