INVESTING IN HEALTHY HEARTS

WHY IT IS VITAL TO ADDRESS HYPERTENSION IN THE WORKFORCE

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading killer of Americans. According to the CDC, one person dies from heart disease every 33 seconds. CVD accounts for $216 billion in healthcare costs annually, and by 2035 costs are projected to exceed $1 trillion. Moreover, heart disease and stroke are responsible for nearly 30% of all deaths in Delaware.

Hypertension (HTN), or high blood pressure, is one of the main risk factors for CVD, stroke, and kidney disease. Chronic health issues stemming from hypertension can severely impact an employee’s quality of life, leading to reduced physical and mental wellbeing. ... The good news is hypertension can be prevented and managed. Employers play a key role in helping reduce the prevalence and impact of HTN. Read more >

THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE

The healthcare landscape is transforming significantly, moving from the traditional fee-for-service model to a value-based care approach. This transition has profound implications for Delaware businesses, affecting healthcare costs and employee wellness programs. As the state strives to improve health outcomes and address longstanding health disparities, understanding and preparing for this shift is crucial for local businesses. Read more >

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Years ago when I worked in the Congress, I remember the debates centered around healthcare and what would eventually become the Affordable Care Act. At the time, many opponents argued that a simpler way to reduce the number of uninsured Americans and cut costs would be to take aggressive steps and enroll more of the uninsured into Medicaid or Medicare (depending upon the circumstances). Setting politics aside for the moment, I recall there being groups of small businesses with a perspective about the marketplace and proposed exchanges, self-employed individuals with another point of view, large corporations with extensive coverage with yet another view, and so on. Read more >