Aetna International’s Damian Lenihan discusses some practical ways to adapt to the uncertainty of the current climate.
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The right protection to support older workers
Paul Avis, Marketing Director, Canada Life Group Insurance has outlined thoughts on how organisations should better support their older employees. We republish his interesting article.
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Why cultural training is important ahead of international assignments
We feature an exclusive article by Janette Hiscock, UnitedHealthcare Global’s Europe CEO, who outlines why it is so important when sending staff overseas to take steps to avoid culture shock. Janette outlines what organisations should be aware of, and gives solutions.
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Mental Health: a top priority for Expats
Dr. Phil Sharples, Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare Global outlines why Mental Health should be a top priority for Expats and their employers giving practical advice and solutions.
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Is it normal?’ – Insurer unveils new focus on mental heath
Bupa UK has unveiled a new brand campaign which focuses on mental health and challenges what’s considered to be ‘normal’. Their aim is to normalise the need to seek support for mental health by offering reassurance that with over seven billion versions of ‘normal’ on this planet, there is no one type.
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Underwriting mental health issues
We republish an informative article in Cover Magazine where John Downes, underwriting & claims director for VitalityLife, investigates the challenges around underwriting those with a history of poor mental health.
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Viewpoint: What can employers do to support older workers?
In an article first published in Health and Protection magazine Canada Life’s Paul Avis: outlines why Protection is just one of the many benefits businesses need to think about.
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Interview with Aetna International’s Caroline Pain: DNA & your health
We take a look at the now and the future of DNA testing with Aetna International’s Caroline Pain.
Aetna is the first insurer to provide genetics and a link to personal health for their members. advo’s Colin Boxall talks to Aetna International about their launch of DNA testing for their European members, how they benefit, and how the insurer sees the future.
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Insurer allows members to improve health through DNA testing
The link between genetics and health was clearly laid out at Aetna International’s launch of personal DNA testing for their members allowing tailored health and wellbeing advice.
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British businesses could save £61 billion per year by prioritising health and wellbeing
New research reveals that three-quarters of ill-health related absence and presenteeism in 2018, equating to £61 billion, came from factors such as depression, poor lifestyle choices, and stress, all of which are can be targeted by businesses through health and wellbeing initiatives.
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