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Will a new FTC report finally help rein in out-of-control pharmacy costs?

The federal agency recently called out the nation’s leading pharmacy benefit managers for inflating prices, driving up pharmacy costs for both employers and employees.

Doomscrolling is crushing workers. 3 ways to boost employee wellbeing

The recent deadly plane crash in Washington, D.C., was the latest tragic headline that may have employees "doomscrolling"—to the detriment of their mental health and work productivity.

Despite limited budgets, how HR can push for childcare benefits

Childcare benefits can positively impact retention, productivity and more, but many C-suite execs remain worried about budget constraints. What HR can do.

Starbucks just upgraded paid parental leave. Will more employers follow?

As union activity ticks up, more employers may strengthen paid parental leave and other benefits to improve employee experience and drive loyalty, experts say.

9 federal health policies that could change with the Trump administration

The new president and Republican-controlled Congress likely will take significant actions affecting employer-sponsored healthcare. Employers should consider these actions when designing employee health strategy.

Pay transparency: How companies can get it right this year

Instead of seeing pay transparency as a compliance box to check, treat it as an opportunity to evolve your business practices and culture, this expert writes.

Why HR can’t ‘afford to take our eye off the ball’ of wellbeing this year

Ginnie Carlier, EY Americas vice chair of talent, says strategic approaches to employee wellbeing need to be “at the center” of HR’s work in 2025.