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News Brief: Workplace Fatalities down 3.7% According to BLS

Workplace Fatalities Down 3.7%, According to BLS - The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) recently released its 2023 national census of fatal occupational injuries. The census, which represents the most recent...

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Live Well, Work Well: 2025 Best Diet: The Mediterranean

2025 Best Diet: The Mediterranean - For the eighth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named the Mediterranean diet the world’s best overall diet. This diet can help support brain function, promote heart...

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Mental Health Minute: February 2025

The Practice of Holding Space - “Holding space” has become a viral phrase lately, but it’s not a new concept. Holding space is about being present for someone in a way that allows them to feel seen, heard and valued....

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Legal Update: HHS Proposes Changes to HIPPA Security Rule to Strengthen Cybersecurity for Electronic PHI

HHS Proposes Changes to HIPAA Security Rule to Strengthen Cybersecurity for Electronic PHI - On Dec. 27, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a proposed rule that would modify the HIPAA...

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Benefit Insights: Emerging Wellness Trends in 2025

Emerging Wellness Trends in 2025 - The days of compartmentalizing physical, mental, financial and emotional well-being are over. In 2025, organizations are adopting a holistic approach that considers the entire employee....

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Legal Update: 2025 OSHA Penalty Amounts

2025 OSHA Penalty Amounts - The Department of Labor (DOL) has released its 2025 inflation-adjusted civil monetary penalties that may be assessed on employers for violations of a wide range of federal laws, including the...

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Compliance Overview: OSHA Penalty Schedule

OSHA Penalty Schedule - An employer receives a written citation when it violates OSHA standards or regulations. The citation will describe the particular nature of the violation and will include a reference to the...

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HR Insights: 8 Tips for Modernizing Hiring in 2025

8 Tips for Modernizing Hiring in 2025 - As talent acquisition continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for organizations aiming to attract and retain top-tier talent. This past year was once again...

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Market Outlook: GLP-1s and Biosimilars Reshape Prescription Drug Market

GLP-1s and Biosimilars Reshape Prescription Drug Market - Inflation, additional treatment options approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and increased utilization of high-cost medications led to rising...

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Live Well, Work Well: 7 Lifestyle Tips to Stay Healthy during Flu Season

7 LIFESTYLE TIPS TO STAY HEALTHY DURING FLU SEASON - On average, 8% of the country’s population gets infected and develops influenza (flu) symptoms each year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and...

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Legal Update: Newly Passed Legislation Modifies ACA Reporting Requirements

Newly Passed Legislation Modifies ACA Reporting Requirements - On Dec. 23, 2024, President Joe Biden signed two bills into law that will streamline the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) reporting requirements under Internal...

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Benefits Insights: 5 Employee Benefits Trends Shaping 2025

5 Employee Benefits Trends Shaping 2025 - Employee benefits are transforming, and employers can get ahead of these changes as they strive to attract and retain top talent. The modern workforce is multigenerational, with...

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Risk Insights: The Benefits and Risks of Accepting Cryptocurrency for Businesses

The Benefits and Risks of Accepting Cryptocurrency for Businesses - Cryptocurrency is a digital currency that operates independently of traditional banking networks. It is based on blockchain technology, which is a...

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Benefits Insights: Key Takeaways From the HHS Prescription Drug Cost Report

Key Takeaways From the HHS Prescription Drug Cost Report - The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA) established consumer protections related to surprise billing and health care transparency. As required by the...

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Benefit Insights: 2025 Trendiest Voluntary Benefits

2025 Trendiest Voluntary Benefits - As health care costs continue to rise, so does the demand for voluntary benefits. Since many employers find it increasingly difficult to provide employees with a complete benefits...

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