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Employee benefit costs notch healthy gains, led by health care
by
Matt Levin
Jan 31, 2025
Both benefits and wages outpaced inflation in 2024, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Both Democrats and Republicans largely support funding Medicaid and Medicare, poll finds
Jan 17, 2025
Both programs are major sources of government spending and could find themselves in the sights of those who want to slash federal budgets.
Ground rules for carbon markets
by
Ellen Rolfes
and Tony Wagner
Nov 15, 2024
In this week's "Make Me Smart" newsletter, we explain the latest moves to establish a credible global market for carbon credits. Plus, we do the numbers on open enrollment and the rising cost of health care.
Why women's health is so far behind the curve
Jul 18, 2024
Improving the women's health gap could improve lives and the economy, researchers say.
Abortion included among pregnancy-related conditions covered under new EEOC guidelines
Apr 18, 2024
Guidelines for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act detail the accommodations pregnant workers can seek under the law, including unpaid leave.
Health and Wealth: Why Americans are drowning in medical debt
Mar 27, 2024
Almost a third of all working adults in the United States are carrying some kind of medical debt — that’s about 15% of all U.S. households.
Nursing leaders are leaving their jobs amid broader industry shortage
Mar 5, 2024
Close to one third of hospital nurse leaders may leave in the next year, per a survey from AMN Healthcare, a major healthcare talent acquisition firm.
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Health care tops list of voters' economic worries
Feb 22, 2024
While inflation is moderating, some health-related costs are still climbing.
British doctors seek jobs abroad amid discontent over NHS pay
Feb 19, 2024
As doctors prepare for another strike to protest their salaries and working conditions, some weigh opportunities in the U.S. and Canada.
How California's expansion of health coverage is affecting low-income undocumented immigrants
Jan 8, 2024
The eligibility expansion benefits the immigrants but may also bring savings to the entire system.