Iran Conflict Drives Cyberattacks, Highlighting Security Preparedness
As the Iranian conflict continues to unfold, cyberattacks on businesses and infrastructure continue to escalate. On March 12, a cyberattack targeted medical technology company Stryker Corporation, reportedly wiping more than 200,000 devices worldwide and deleting 50 terabytes of corporate data.
Telehealth 2.0 Gains Momentum as Virtual Specialty Care Expands in 2026
Virtual care is entering a new phase in 2026, with employers seeing rapid growth in Telehealth 2.0 — a more integrated, data driven model that blends virtual visits, remote monitoring, and AI supported clinical decision tools. Analysts describe this shift as a move from “occasional convenience” to a core component of everyday care delivery.
PCORI Fees: What Employers Should Know Before the July Filing Deadline
The Affordable Care Act established the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to support research evaluating the effectiveness of medical treatments and healthcare delivery. To help fund this work, certain employer-sponsored health plans must pay an annual PCORI fee.
Cyber Case Study: Jaguar Land Rover Cyberattack
As the Iranian conflict continues to unfold, cyberattacks on businesses and infrastructure continue to escalate. On March 12, a cyberattack targeted medical technology company Stryker Corporation, reportedly wiping more than 200,000 devices worldwide and deleting 50 terabytes of corporate data.
The Role of School Resource Officers (SROs): Legal & Safety Considerations
School safety remains a top priority for districts, educators, and families. Many districts include School Resource Officers (SROs)—sworn law enforcement officers assigned to school campuses—as part of their safety strategy. When implemented well, SRO programs can improve coordination with law enforcement, strengthen emergency preparedness, and support prevention efforts. To reduce legal risk and ensure appropriate boundaries, districts should clearly define the SRO’s role and follow strong risk-management practices.
Mental Health Parity Enforcement Part 2: A New Compliance Reality for Employers
Mental health parity has been a compliance requirement for more than a decade, but 2026 marks a decisive shift in how aggressively federal agencies are enforcing it. Employers who once relied on carriers to “handle parity in the background” are now discovering that regulators expect detailed documentation, transparent processes, and clear evidence that mental health and substance use disorder (MH/SUD) benefits are administered on equal terms with medical and surgical benefits.