Author: Agile Telehealth

  • Best Alternative Health Benefits for Truckers

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    Trucker wellness solutions for obesity, mental health, pain management, and more Between long days and nights on the road, hours of sitting, and being away from home for days or weeks at a time, life in the trucking industry can take a toll on drivers.  Truckers are at an increased risk for a number of…

  • Top Trends, Insights & Industry News in Employee Wellness – August 2025

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    Salary growth forecasts, shifting healthcare costs, Gen Z’s workplace wellness, and more! Q3 may have just gotten underway, but employers are already looking ahead to forecast salaries and benefits for 2026. According to results from new surveys out in July, change is on the horizon.  We’ll cover the shifts employers are eyeing and more in…

  • Weight Loss Medication Costs Are Soaring And Employers Are Looking For Solutions

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    The high costs of GLP-1s are putting employers in a tough spot—here’s what the data says. Rising demand for effective weight loss medications has fueled a sharp increase in health plan spending, placing employers under new financial pressure to manage costs while still offering meaningful weight loss benefits. Why Are GLP-1 Drug Prices Rising So…

  • Top Trends, Insights & Industry News in Employee Wellness – July 2025

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    New survey results, crypto benefits, ICHRA adoption and more! What’s in this blog? The employee wellness space got a gut-check in June with the release of findings from two major industry surveys–SHRM’s 2025 Employee Benefits Survey and WTW’s 2025 Benefits Trends Survey.  Both sets of data help illuminate what’s top-of-mind for organizations and their workers…

  • Sleep Apnea: What Causes It and How Is It Treated?

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    Can GLP-1s treat sleep apnea What’s in this blog? Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that causes interruptions in breathing during sleep, leading to fragmented sleep quality and other serious health risks if left untreated. There are 2 main types: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea (CSA). While OSA is caused by…

  • Can Employee Wellness Programs Decrease Claims Costs?

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    How healthier teams can lead to lower medical costs With the ongoing rise in healthcare expenses, employers are always looking for ways to reduce costs without compromising the well-being of their team.  One solution gaining popularity is the implementation of employee wellness programs. These programs can range from fitness challenges to smoking cessation programs to…

  • Top Trends, Insights & Industry News in Employee Wellness – June 2025

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    The Top Trends in Employee Wellness from May 2025 May brought technological advancements and shifting employee expectations that can impact how HR leaders navigate recruitment and other areas. If organizations hope to remain competitive in this ever-evolving market, it’s crucial to stay on top of these employee wellness trends.  Learn how tariffs might impact employee…

  • What Are The Different Types of Anxiety Disorders?

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    Understanding the most common anxiety disorders—and how to recognize them Anxiety is a normal human emotion, meant to prepare and protect you from things that might be risky or dangerous. But, for some people, anxiety isn’t just an occasional thing. Anxiety becomes a disorder when it sticks around for longer, and interferes with your daily…

  • 11 Wellness Programs and Activities for A Remote Workforce

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    Wellness programs are a cost-effective way to keep your employee’s stress at bay and health top of mind. 

  • The Most Popular Employee Wellness Benefits

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    Wellness programs employees actually want Employee wellness benefits go way beyond just reimbursing a gym membership and offering basic health coverage. Companies today are recognizing the importance and value in offering more holistic benefits that employees actually want to use.  In fact, 52% of employers of all sizes offer wellness programs to their staff, while 83% of…

  • Is An Employee Wellness Plan Worth It?

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    How investing in employee wellness pays employers back Making the investment in employee wellness has long been linked to lower absenteeism, better productivity, and higher job satisfaction. At the same time, many employers hesitate to implement these plans due to perceived high costs or implementation challenges. Thankfully, there are many virtual care solutions that can…

  • Low-Cost Wellness Benefits for Employers

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    Wellness benefits that don’t break the budget Wellness and other premium benefits for employees Attracting and retaining top-quality talent is more challenging than ever for organizations. This is especially true for small and medium-sized businesses with tighter budgets. The good news? You don’t need a large budget to offer premium benefits that employees truly value.…