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Early onset cancer in the workplace
November 21, 2024

Early onset cancer in the workplace

Now more than ever, employees under age 50 are facing--and surviving--cancer during their careers. 

Watch the recording of  this informative webinar that took place on November 20, 2024 with a panel discussion that included Dr. Leah Biller of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and one of Boston’s Top Doctors of 2024.

Oral health and diabetes
November 21, 2024

Oral health and diabetes

Why does oral health matter more for folks with diabetes? High blood sugar can weaken the immune system so it is harder to fight off infections. This includes infections in your mouth like gum disease. People with diabetes have a higher chance of having gum disease, an infection of the gum and bone that hold the teeth in place.

High-Cost Claims Spotlight: The Value of Second Opinions - Musculoskeletal (MSK)
November 20, 2024

High-Cost Claims Spotlight: The Value of Second Opinions - Musculoskeletal (MSK)

Research shows that up to half of elected orthopedic surgeries may be unnecessary. Learn how seeking a second medical opinion can lead to alternative outcomes, such as prehabilitation and rehabilitation, as well as emerging digital and regenerative therapies. These help in managing MSK issues and potentially avoiding or delaying the need for costly and risky surgical interventions.

High-Cost Claims Spotlight: The Value of Second Opinions – Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)
November 20, 2024

High-Cost Claims Spotlight: The Value of Second Opinions – Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)

Learn how the value of second medical opinions, particularly for complex conditions like cardiovascular disease (CVD) can improve diagnostic accuracy, lead to more appropriate treatments, and ultimately drive better health outcomes and cost savings.

Expanding Health Solutions: Sun Life and Hinge Health Webinar
November 15, 2024

Expanding Health Solutions: Sun Life and Hinge Health Webinar

Missed our live webinar on expanding health solutions with Sun Life and Hinge Health? Watch the recording now to learn how combining Hinge Health's innovative digital MSK care with Sun Life's Stop-Loss coverage can benefit self-funded employers. Our speakers discuss the impact of musculoskeletal conditions, showcase Hinge Health's approach to improving member health and productivity, and explain the value for stop-loss clients.

Rapid Reaction: The Potential Impacts of the 2024 Election
November 07, 2024

Rapid Reaction: The Potential Impacts of the 2024 Election

James Slotnick, VP, Government Relations & Sustainability, summarizes what we know about the 2024 election results as of November 6 and the possible impacts to employee benefits industry.

Healthcare Navigation is the right medicine to address barriers
October 16, 2024

Healthcare Navigation is the right medicine to address barriers

Healthcare continues to be complex and fragmented, causing those trying to access care stress and frustration, often leading them to give up. With no straightforward way to solve the issues of complexity, and increasing pressures to curb costs, streamline processes, and improve outcomes, the idea of health care navigation offers a compelling solution to ongoing challenges. 

High-Cost Claims Spotlight: AI and Cancer Drug Development
October 09, 2024

High-Cost Claims Spotlight: AI and Cancer Drug Development

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are being used to innovate drug development, particularly for cancer treatments. These advancements can make treatments faster, more cost-effective, and lead to more personalized and effective cancer therapies.

Staying on top of beneficiaries – a practical and important end-of-life matter
September 24, 2024

Staying on top of beneficiaries – a practical and important end-of-life matter

In this blog, Shawn Smith, Sun Life's AVP of Group Claims, shares his short list of tips and reminders for HR professionals to refer to as they remind their employees to review and update their beneficiary designations.

Group insurance policies are underwritten by Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (Wellesley Hills, MA) in all states, except New York. In New York group insurance policies are issued by Sun Life and Health Insurance Company (U.S.) (Lansing, MI). Product offerings may not be available in all states and may vary depending on state laws and regulations.

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