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Few Employers Say Current Wellbeing and Caregiving Programs Effectively Support Employees

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U.S. employers are expanding efforts to enhance their employees’ wellbeing as they map out a benefit strategy for operating in a post-pandemic environment. These initiatives come as less than three in 10 employers say their wellbeing (29%) and caregiving (27%) programs have been effective at supporting employees during the pandemic. That’s according to a new… Continue reading Few Employers Say Current Wellbeing and Caregiving Programs Effectively Support Employees

Survey Says Americans Working from Home Resilient, Productive but Signs of Strains Are Showing

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A new survey released today by Chubb finds that Americans working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic are remaining productive, working the same or more hours and are staying connected with family and friends. When the pandemic subsides, a significant majority (74%) want to work from home more frequently than in the past. But… Continue reading Survey Says Americans Working from Home Resilient, Productive but Signs of Strains Are Showing

Google Counts on Fitbit to Make Imprint in Health Market

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Behind Google’s $2.1 billion deal for wearables maker Fitbit Inc. is a dream of the search giant to become a major player in health data after a failed attempt to establish a foothold in it several years ago. Big technology companies have long been tantalized by the promise of devices like smartwatches and wireless earbuds… Continue reading Google Counts on Fitbit to Make Imprint in Health Market