The Risks of Radon Exposure
Radon is a colorless, odorless and tasteless radioactive gas that is formed from the natural radioactive decay of uranium found in many rocks, soils and water. It is a known human carcinogen; in fact, as the second leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking, it presents a serious health risk to those exposed.
Personalization Now a Baseline Expectation in Employee Benefits
In 2025, personalization has moved from “nice to have” to “non-negotiable.” Employees expect benefits that reflect their individual needs, values, and life stages. Static, one-size-fits-all plans are being replaced by flexible, modular offerings that empower employees to choose what matters most.
Fertility, Family Planning, and Parental Leave Are Front and Center
In 2025, family-building support has emerged as a defining priority in employee benefits strategy. Fertility coverage, inclusive parental leave, and caregiving support are no longer niche offerings — they’re central to how employees evaluate workplace value. As life paths diversify and caregiving responsibilities expand, benefits managers are rethinking what it means to support the whole employee.
Gag Clause Attestation Deadline: December 31, 2025
Employer-sponsored group health plans must submit their 2025 Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation (GCPCA) to CMS by December 31, 2025, to confirm compliance with federal transparency rules. This annual filing covers the 2024 calendar year and applies regardless of employer size or funding arrangement.
Trump Administration Reshapes Health Plan Oversight
The Trump administration has issued a series of executive orders aimed at recalibrating federal oversight of employer-sponsored health plans. These directives target unpublished rules and agency enforcement priorities, signaling a shift toward deregulation and increased flexibility for plan sponsors.
Keeping Our Workplace Violence-Free
Although we do our best at to keep the workplace safe, violence inflicted by an outsider or between employees remains a serious safety and health issue. It can occur inside or outside the workplace and can range from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and homicide. In fact, according to the United States Department of Labor, workplace violence is the fourth-leading cause of fatal occupational injury in our country.