Half the nation's jobs are performed by female workers, but new research shows women fall behind men on their use and understanding of benefits that can protect their income.

A new poll shows nearly 80 percent of American business leaders are expecting to cut benefits if health care costs don't come down.

Although the $856 billion health care reform plan introduced Wednesday by Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus will not require employers to provide health coverage benefits, the plan will reinforce competition within small group markets.

Contrary to recent reports, employers in cost-saving mode are not likely to cut wellness programs, according to findings released by the nonprofit Integrated Benefits Institute (IBI).