Insights & events

Diabetes Awareness – You can't control your genes, but you can control your lifestyle choices

Learn what diabetes really is, what causes it, and what you can do to postpone or prevent complications from it. 

People with Cancer need Mental Health Support

Sun Life’s Sheila Weiss, AVP, Group Claims and Clinical Services, shares insight into the emotional journey of those facing a cancer diagnosis. While facts and figures tell part of the story, living with cancer is a whole different experience. This blog talks about how Sun Life offers support through AbleTo Virtual Behavioral Health Therapy to help individuals with cancer cope, as well as encourage screenings and provide assistance for those on this journey. 

Northwestern Medicine Webinar: The impact of Long COVID on the nervous system

As a leader in stop-loss coverage and supporting millions of members nationwide, Sun Life and PinnacleCare, a Sun Life company, have seen the impact of Long COVID on our clients over the last three years and unfortunately expect that to continue.

Join Dr. Miles Varn, Sun Life Chief Medical Officer and Head of PinnacleCare, as he welcomes prominent neurologist, Dr. Igor Koralnik of Northwestern Medicine to discuss the intricate relationship between COVID-19 and the human nervous system. Dr. Koralnik’s pioneering research in the field has shed light on the neurological complications of COVID-19 and provides meaningful insights into the management of these conditions.

Why I Love Selfies – and what it has to do with life insurance

A health scare prompted Irlande to ensure that her family’s future was secure. While life insurance can be an important component when it comes to leaving a legacy for our loved ones, so is capturing moments with family, friends and colleagues. As Irlande made sure that she had all the necessary paperwork in place, she realized that she had failed to include herself in photographs documenting important milestones and events. Realizing this gap, her love of the selfie was born. Read her full story here.

2023 Updates on Leave and Accommodation laws

Watch as Marjory Robertson, AVP & Senior Counsel, Sun Life U.S. and Abigail O’Connell, Senior Counsel, recap the latest 2023 leave and accommodation-related compliance developments. 

They also include a section on recent jury verdicts involving the FMLA and the ADA, which is always an audience favorite.

Overcoming financial barriers to healthcare access

We know that lack of healthcare access is a challenge for many Americans. While there are many reasons for this, the primary barrier and driver of delays in care continues to be due to cost and affordability. Health plans are the primary financial tool in affording care. Hear from Sun Life AVP Bryan Burke on alternative financial tools that can help close coverage gaps by making care more affordable and more accessible.

The far-reaching effects musculoskeletal issues have on your employees and organization

In case you missed it, watch  our webinar on musculoskeletal (MSK) issues to discover how we can help employers improve workforce wellbeing, reduce absenteeism and boost productivity. Tap into Sun Life’s expertise to ensure your employees have the right support and resources to help them stay in optimum shape, both physically and mentally.

Yes, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is a big deal!

Sun Life AVP & General Consul Marjory Robertson, JD talks in-depth about what the Pregnant Workers’ Fairness Act (PWFA) means for your employees, as well as steps Sun Life is taking for informing and supporting employers for this landmark federal legislation. 

2023 High-cost claims and injectable drug trends analysis

For the past eleven years, Sun Life has shared our data and insights with the self-funded marketplace to help employers and brokers understand trends around the highest-cost claims. While a lot has changed over the eleven years, one thing has not: our commitment to providing you with actionable insights that can help you stay informed about conditions and medications most likely to result in a high-cost claim, and steps you can take to manage that risk as a self-funded employer. 

Join our team of experts dive deeper into our key insights and provide actionable recommendations for employers.

Access to health: Will it be there when we need it?

A person's ability to access healthcare and coverage is a growing concern nationally. Join members of Sun Life's leadership team as they discuss healthcare access trends in the U.S. and the implications and opportunities for employers in an increasingly challenged healthcare environment.