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WEBINAR RECORDING 

2024 High-cost claims and injectable drug trends analysis 

 Wednesday, June 5    11am-12pm ET

For the past twelve years, Sun Life has shared our data and insights with the self-funded marketplace to help employers and brokers understand trends around the highest-cost claims.

Watch Recording

WEBINAR RECORDING 

2024 High-cost claims and injectable drug trends analysis 

 Wednesday, June 5    11am-12pm ET

For the past twelve years, Sun Life has shared our data and insights with the self-funded marketplace to help employers and brokers understand trends around the highest-cost claims.

Watch Recording

Link list

Family Leave Insurance Webinar
June 25, 2024
Family Leave Insurance Webinar

Sun Life’s Family Leave Insurance closes an important benefits gap, making it easier to help employees meet their family’s health needs.

James Slotnick, VP, Government Relations & Sustainability and Carla Fritz, Director, Absence Products hosted this informative webinar on June 17, 2024. 

James discussed the changing Paid Leave landscape at the state and federal levels and how this new benefit interacts with current federal tax credits, while Carla discussed the Sun Life fully insured plan offering, curated by industry best practices. 

Watch the recording below, and click here to learn more about Family Leave Insurance. 

2024 Sun Life Stop-Loss Research Report:<br/>High-cost claims and injectable drug trends analysis
June 06, 2024
2024 Sun Life Stop-Loss Research Report:
High-cost claims and injectable drug trends analysis

For the past twelve years, Sun Life has shared our data and insights with the self-funded marketplace to help employers and brokers understand trends around the highest-cost claims. We are committed to providing you with actionable insights that can help you stay informed about conditions and medications most likely to result in a high-cost claim, and steps you can take to manage that risk as a self-funded employer.

Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) Update Webinar
April 23, 2024
Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) Update Webinar

During this informative webinar on April 22, 2024, Sun Life’s Marjory Robertson, AVP & Senior Counsel, and Brittany Lambert, Accommodation Consultant Lead, Group Claims, shared common sense and practical lessons to be learned from the Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)'s final regulations from the EEOC and provided guidance to help ensure compliance. 

  • Happy Anniversary Diabetes??? | How a diagnosis changed my life as a doctor and as a mom
    March 27, 2024

    Happy Anniversary Diabetes??? | How a diagnosis changed my life as a doctor and as a mom

    Dr. Hamill reflects on the 6th anniversary of her son's diagnosis with diabetes. As a doctor, she recognized the signs that led to his diagnosis as a teenager, and as a mom, they learned together how to manage his condition through insulin injections, blood sugar monitoring, and diet. While diabetes brings challenges, her son has adapted well, and she hopes sharing this milestone and their experience helps to highlight the importance of prevention, awareness, and healthy lifestyle choices.

  • 2024 Updates and 2023 Year in Review on Leave and Accommodations Webinar
    February 28, 2024

    2024 Updates and 2023 Year in Review on Leave and Accommodations Webinar

    Watch Marjory Robertson, AVP & Senior Counsel, Sun Life and Abigail O’Connell, Senior Counsel, Sun Life, for  a recap of 2023 legal and compliance developments related to leave and accommodation law. They also provided updates on the federal Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act, and other compliance issues trending in 2024. 

  • A new twist on preventive dental care brings value while helping with overall health
    February 14, 2024

    A new twist on preventive dental care brings value while helping with overall health

    By Marc Warrington, SVP, Group Benefits Distribution, Sun Life U.S.

    In this article, Marc Warrington shares a new way to help employees get the preventive care they need while stretching benefit dollars. 

  • Why the ER is not the place to go for dental emergencies
    January 08, 2024

    Why the ER is not the place to go for dental emergencies

    Hear from Sun Life’s CMO and Head of PinnacleCare, Dr. Miles Varn on why the emergency room is not the best place to go in a dental emergency. Dr. Varn also dives into alternative solutions during an emergency, including how to best manage routine dental care. 

  • Diabetes Awareness – You can't control your genes, but you can control your lifestyle choices
    November 13, 2023

    Diabetes Awareness – You can't control your genes, but you can control your lifestyle choices

    Learn what diabetes really is, what causes it, and what you can do to postpone or prevent complications from it. 

  • People with Cancer need Mental Health Support
    October 17, 2023

    People with Cancer need Mental Health Support

    Sun Life’s Sheila Weiss, AVP, Group Claims and Clinical Services, shares insight into the emotional journey of those facing a cancer diagnosis. While facts and figures tell part of the story, living with cancer is a whole different experience. This blog talks about how Sun Life offers support through AbleTo Virtual Behavioral Health Therapy to help individuals with cancer cope, as well as encourage screenings and provide assistance for those on this journey. 

  • Northwestern Medicine Webinar: The impact of Long COVID on the nervous system
    October 17, 2023

    Northwestern Medicine Webinar: The impact of Long COVID on the nervous system

    As a leader in stop-loss coverage and supporting millions of members nationwide, Sun Life and PinnacleCare, a Sun Life company, have seen the impact of Long COVID on our clients over the last three years and unfortunately expect that to continue.

    Join Dr. Miles Varn, Sun Life Chief Medical Officer and Head of PinnacleCare, as he welcomes prominent neurologist, Dr. Igor Koralnik of Northwestern Medicine to discuss the intricate relationship between COVID-19 and the human nervous system. Dr. Koralnik’s pioneering research in the field has shed light on the neurological complications of COVID-19 and provides meaningful insights into the management of these conditions.

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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