Nov 6, 2023

The latest trend in employer benefits? Menopause support

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Open enrollment season is upon us, and a new type of benefits is gaining popularity: support for workers going through menopause.

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Employers open up to benefits that support menopausal workers

by Stephanie Hughes

Nov 6, 2023

Menopause-specific benefits such as flexible time off, counseling and hormone therapy are becoming more popular among employers.

Menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes can affect how women perform in all sorts of work environments.

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As migration spikes, Germany attempts to crack down on illegal immigration

by Jessica Parker

Nov 6, 2023

The number of people entering Germany without permission hit a high in September. Now, the country is levying tougher legal sentences for trafficking.

Migrants wait a German police check point near the Polish border on Oct. 11.

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