Employee Benefit News November 22, 2023
By 2030. almost half of adults in the United States are projected to have obesity. The health and financial implications for employers cannot be overstated as direct health care costs in the U.S. have surpassed $480 billion, with an additional $1.24 trillion in indirect costs when lost productivity is considered. Adults with obesity are at greater risk for more than 200 chronic conditions and at higher risks for stroke, cancer and premature death.
As the science of obesity evolves and more treatment options become available, employers have a real opportunity to positively influence the health and well-being of their employees and covered family members. This starts with a willingness to fully address obesity as a health issue and to cover...
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