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News Update

Did You Know....

China has recently reached a health “tipping point,” with chronic conditions replacing infectious diseases as the leading causes of early death. Rising wealth, rapid urbanization, poor diets, and less physical activity are just some of the factors behind this shift. Stroke, heart disease and lung and liver cancer have outpaced the rate of lower respiratory diseases and neonatal disorders, which were once the top causes of death. You can learn more about this shift here.

Review this month's News Update to keep your finger on the pulse of what's making headlines world-wide in health and well-being.

Future Watch

Research shows that about half of the jobs available today will be disrupted by automation in the future, and four out of ten required core job skills will change significantly over the next three years. For corporations and countries to succeed, the workforce will have to be trained in skills that will be relevant for the economy of the future. While some governments and industries are making progress towards that upskilling, others are lagging behind. The authors of this article summarize a report that ranks how proficient countries and businesses are when it comes to essential skills of business, technology and data science.

What Your Peers Are Asking

Expat Dental Coverage. Recently, members have asked whether dental implants are covered for expats. Coverage of dental implants depends upon plan language and plan type. Generally, dental coverage is included for expats and implants are not excluded. However, there are often spend limits which may impact practical coverage. In “self-Insured” plans employers rarely opt-in to cover dental implants and then if covered would be subject to medical necessity guidelines.

Do you have a pressing health, well-being or benefits question? Let us know.

Public Policy Update

Mexico: Parental Care Leave for Children with Cancer. According to Littler, the Mexican Department of Labor and Social Welfare (STPS) amended the Social Security Law to provide a new care leave, effective June 5, 2019. The new leave applies to working parents whose children (up to 16 years old) have been diagnosed with any type of cancer. 

Workforce Strategy

Global Agenda. Workforce Strategy brings together 500+ global experts and experienced practitioners to explore the latest in employee health and well-being. Join us September 17-19 in San Diego to benchmark with multi-national employer peers and sharpen your strategy to advance well-being for employees across the globe. Register and learn more at Workforce Strategy 2019.
Global Benefits Perspective

Telework Toolkit. The trend toward more flexible work arrangements and remote-friendly policies continue to grow globally. This Business Group toolkit describes the impacts of telework on the five dimensions of well-being and provides business solutions for teleworking.

Do you have a question? Write to the staff.

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