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Sun Life 2026 High-cost claims and injectable drug trends analysis

Join Sun Life leaders on June 4 to unpack what our latest claims data reveals about high-cost claim conditions, million-dollar+ volatility, and injectable drug spend, and what it means for self-funded planning.

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Early onset cancer in the workplace

November 21, 2024

Now more than ever, employees under age 50 are facing--and surviving--cancer during their careers. 

Watch the recording of  this informative webinar that took place on November 20, 2024 with a panel discussion that included Dr. Leah Biller of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and one of Boston’s Top Doctors of 2024.

High-Cost Claims Spotlight: The Value of Second Opinions - Musculoskeletal (MSK)

November 20, 2024

Research shows that up to half of elected orthopedic surgeries may be unnecessary. Learn how seeking a second medical opinion can lead to alternative outcomes, such as prehabilitation and rehabilitation, as well as emerging digital and regenerative therapies. These help in managing MSK issues and potentially avoiding or delaying the need for costly and risky surgical interventions.

High-Cost Claims Spotlight: The Value of Second Opinions – Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)

November 20, 2024

Learn how the value of second medical opinions, particularly for complex conditions like cardiovascular disease (CVD) can improve diagnostic accuracy, lead to more appropriate treatments, and ultimately drive better health outcomes and cost savings.

Expanding Health Solutions: Sun Life and Hinge Health Webinar

November 15, 2024

Missed our live webinar on expanding health solutions with Sun Life and Hinge Health? Watch the recording now to learn how combining Hinge Health's innovative digital MSK care with Sun Life's Stop-Loss coverage can benefit self-funded employers. Our speakers discuss the impact of musculoskeletal conditions, showcase Hinge Health's approach to improving member health and productivity, and explain the value for stop-loss clients.

Rapid Reaction: The Potential Impacts of the 2024 Election

November 07, 2024

James Slotnick, VP, Government Relations & Sustainability, summarizes what we know about the 2024 election results as of November 6 and the possible impacts to employee benefits industry.

Healthcare Navigation is the right medicine to address barriers

October 16, 2024

Healthcare continues to be complex and fragmented, causing those trying to access care stress and frustration, often leading them to give up. With no straightforward way to solve the issues of complexity, and increasing pressures to curb costs, streamline processes, and improve outcomes, the idea of health care navigation offers a compelling solution to ongoing challenges. 

High-Cost Claims Spotlight: AI and Cancer Drug Development

October 09, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are being used to innovate drug development, particularly for cancer treatments. These advancements can make treatments faster, more cost-effective, and lead to more personalized and effective cancer therapies.

Staying on top of beneficiaries – a practical and important end-of-life matter

September 24, 2024

In this blog, Shawn Smith, Sun Life's AVP of Group Claims, shares his short list of tips and reminders for HR professionals to refer to as they remind their employees to review and update their beneficiary designations.

The Final Countdown: The Potential Impacts of the 2024 Election

September 20, 2024

James Slotnick, Sun Life’s VP Government Relations & Sustainability, discusses potential impacts of the 2024 election for the Employee Benefits landscape with a focus on policy shifts, tax considerations and key states to look out for.

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