Emerging Wellness Trends in 2026 Today’s employee expects more than health benefits. Employee wellness has entered a modern era defined by personalization, priority and purpose. Primarily driven by younger generations changing the workforce, wellness is shifting from a perk to a core business strategy. In 2026, organizations are rethinking how they support their workforce, not […]
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Safety Matters | Health Care: Scrubs Safety
Scrubs Safety In a recent study of hospital attire published by the American Journal of Infection Control, over 60 percent of the health care employee uniforms sampled tested positive for pathogens. Half of the samples tested positive for one or more different pathogens, with 11 percent of the discovered bugs being resistant to multiple front-line […]
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Compliance Overview | OSHA FAQs: Identifying Work-related and Recordable Incidents
OSHA FAQs: Identifying Work-related and Recordable Incidents In general, the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) requires covered employers to prepare and maintain records of recordable, work-related injuries and illnesses. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), part of the U.S. Department of Labor, is the federal agency responsible for administering and enforcing the […]
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Risk Insights | The Impact of HIPAA Privacy Rules
The Impact of HIPAA Privacy Rules Health insurance companies, health care providers and employers that sponsor health plans all need to comply with HIPAA Privacy Rules. Some organizations that are not directly regulated by HIPAA may be surprised by the impact these regulations are having on their business practices. Use these tips to better understand […]
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Risk Insights | Reduce WC Claims with Ergonomics
Reduce WC Claims with Ergonomics Health care workers, especially those employed by nursing homes, perform a variety of lifting tasks that put extreme strain on their bodies. Often, an employee must physically support and move residents who are larger and heavier than he or she can bear. As a result, these workers are at high […]
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Compliance Bulletin | Deadline for Updating HIPPA Privacy Notices is Approaching
Deadline for Updating HIPPA Privacy Notices is Approaching The HIPAA Privacy Rule generally requires covered entities (health plans, health care providers and health care clearinghouses) to provide individuals with a Notice of Privacy Practices (or Privacy Notice) to ensure they understand how their protected health information (PHI) may be used and disclosed, as well as […]
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Legal Update | DOT Issues Drug and Alcohol Testing Compliance Notice in Response to Marijuana Executive Order
DOT Issues Drug and Alcohol Testing Compliance Notice in Response to Marijuana Executive Order On Dec. 19, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a drug and alcohol policy and compliance notice in response to an executive order (EO) issued by President Donald Trump on Dec. 18, 2025, directing the Department of Justice to complete […]
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Live Well, Work Well | How to Embrace Dry January
How to Embrace Dry January As the holidays end, some people give up alcohol in what’s known as “Dry January,” also known as “Sober January.” The monthlong wellness challenge can serve as a reset after overindulging during the holidays or as an opportunity to reassess one’s relationship with alcohol. While a month of sobriety can […]
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Benefits Insights | Summary of the KFF 2025 Employer Health Benefits Annual Survey
Summary of the KFF 2025 Employer Health Benefits Annual Survey Employer-sponsored insurance covers 154 million people under the age of 65. Each year, the KFF conducts a survey to examine trends in employer-sponsored health benefits. This article summarizes the main points of the 2025 Employer Health Benefits Survey. Health Insurance Premiums In 2025, the average […]
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Live Well, Work Well | Tips for Maintaining Healthy Cholesterol Levels
Tips for Maintaining Healthy Cholesterol Levels Cholesterol levels may not be the trendiest wellness topic, but they remain one of the most important indicators of heart health. This fatty substance plays a vital role in body functions, yet when levels become too high or unbalanced, it can silently contribute to serious cardiovascular problems. Because abnormal […]
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