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Health Care
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Cancer remains top cause for long-term disability claims
The American Cancer Society reports the number of cancer survivors in the United States has increased four-fold in the last 30 years, and prevalence of cancer is expected to double by 2030. Consequently, for the seventh consecutive year, cancer is the leading reason for long-term disability absence in 2007, found Unum, a provider of group disability insurance.
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Retirement
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Low-income and older workers make 401(k) investing mistakes
New research shows that 401(k) participants with lower salaries have smaller plan balances, compared to those with higher salaries and those nearing retirement tend to do a poor job on managing their investments.
Quality of Life
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New CRA quiz determines if parking is a taxable benefit
A new online quiz from the Canada Revenue Agency can help employers determine whether or not parking provided to employees is a taxable benefit.
Benefits Business
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E-procurement technology helps midsize employers work with HR consultants
HR/benefits professionals at midsize companies are constantly being told that their departments need to contribute more to the bottom line. One way to achieve that goal, some industry analysts contend, is by adopting HR technology for benefit plan procurements, vendor renewals and supplier management services.
Commentary
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Employers must tighten the purse strings to push health records
My sister currently is planning her wedding. She and my mother are differing on the size and scope - read: cost - of the big day. However, in most debates over beef versus seafood and a four-tiered cake versus three-tiered, my mom generally wins. Why? Because she's paying.
Views & Vents
Views & Vents is our "community blog" where guest authors provide conversation-priming articles and respond to readers' comments. Our goal is to offer thoughtful commentary and encourage educational dialogues on benefits and HR issues.
Send articles for consideration to Lynn Gresham (lynn.gresham@sourcemedia.com). Please keep submissions to 1,000 words or less and include your e-mail address and phone number.
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