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The International Foundation frequently issues press releases regarding various topics in the benefits and compensation industry.

Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders: Employers Improve Response, but Employees Continue to Struggle
September 26, 2024

As more employees grapple with mental well-being, organizations are challenged with implementing new solutions to support mental health in the workplace. Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Benefits: 2024 Survey, a new report from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, reveals the prevalence of various mental health challenges among U.S. workers and their families.
Organizations Adding More Fertility and Adoption Support
August 28, 2024

Fertility and family-planning benefits remain top of mind for many organizations as they evaluate benefit packages for the year ahead. The International Foundation has been tracking fertility and family-forming benefits over the past eight years. According to the Foundation’s Employee Benefits Survey: 2024 Report, 42% of U.S. organizations currently offer fertility benefits.
Employers Project 8% Rise in Health Care Costs for 2025
August 15, 2024

U.S. employers project a median health care cost increase of 8% for 2025, according to International Foundation survey results. This is an increase over similar surveys conducted in 2022 and 2023, which projected a 7% rise in costs. Specialty drugs and catastrophic claims are considered the primary reasons for increased costs.
Employer Coverage of GLP-1 Drugs on the Rise
June 13, 2024

A new survey report from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans reveals updated U.S. employer coverage surrounding glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) drugs. The International Foundation first conducted this survey in October 2023. Considering the growing prominence of this category of pharmaceuticals, a new pulse survey on GLP-1 drugs was deployed in May 2024.
GLP-1 Drug Coverage in Canada
February 14, 2024

A new survey report from the International Foundation reveals results from a group of Canadian employers regarding considerations and coverage for GLP-1 drugs, which have historically been used to treat diabetes and are increasingly being used to treat obesity.
From Parental to Bereavement: New Data on Paid Leave Trends in the U.S.
January 30, 2024

The Paid Leave in the Workplace 2024 Survey Report provides a glimpse into what organizations are offering for vacation, sick leave, parental leave and bereavement leave.
WELCOA and the National Wellness Institute (NWI) Announce New Partnership
January 18, 2024
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and WorldatWork Announce New Partnership
November 09, 2023
5% of Employers Are Offering a Four-Day Workweek: Most Are Sustaining Hybrid Work Arrangements
September 06, 2023
Companies Outsource 40% of Their Benefits Functions
August 29, 2023
Employers Project 7% Rise in Health Care Costs for 2024
August 15, 2023
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and WELCOA Expand Workplace Wellness Impact Through New Partnership
July 17, 2023
The Rise of Gender-Affirmation Health Care Benefits
May 11, 2023
Fertility Benefits Rapidly Rising as Employers Look to Attract and Support Talent
February 09, 2023
22% of U.S. Employers Cover Prescription Drugs for Weight Loss
January 05, 2023
Over Half of Organizations Offering Remote Work Arrangements
December 15, 2022
68% of Employers Are Planning Salary Increases for 2023
November 03, 2022
Employers Project 7.5% Rise in Health Care Costs for 2023
September 20, 2022
New Relief Plan's Impact on Student Loan Repayment Benefits
September 01, 2022
A New Demand for Workplace Wellness Programs As Employees Struggle
July 21, 2022
26% of Employers Exploring Expansion of Covered Abortion Services
July 14, 2022
Pension Rights Center's Founder Karen Ferguson to Receive 2022 Public Service Award in Employee Benefits
May 23, 2022
96% of Workers Are Stressed: How Employers Can Help
April 19, 2022
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Challenges On the Rise for Workers—How Employers Are Stepping In
August 24, 2021
While Most Employers Are Preparing to Head Back to the Office, Some Are Hoteling It
June 02, 2021
Fertility and Adoption Benefit Offerings in the Time of COVID
April 14, 2021
Employers Offer Benefits to Support Grieving Employees and Family Members
March 23, 2021
Organizations Face New Health and Retirement Benefit Implications
February 10, 2021
Employee Benefits Continue to Change in Response to Pandemic
January 26, 2021
Five Ways 2020 Changed Employee Benefits
December 15, 2020
A Look at Paid Vacation Time as We Head Into the Holidays
December 02, 2020
In the Height of a Health Pandemic, Few Employees Understand Health Benefits
September 22, 2020
Employers Increase Telehealth and Mental Health Benefits During COVID-19
July 16, 2020
New Survey Examines the Pandemic's Impact on Workplace Health Care Offerings and Retirement Savings Choices
May 11, 2020
How Vaping Is Changing Workplace Policies
November 14, 2019
How Vaping Is Changing Canadian Workplace Policies
November 14, 2019
U.S. Organizations Offering Mental Health Coverage On the Rise
October 08, 2019
Mental Health Coverage for Canadian Workers Nearly Doubled Over Past Five Years
October 08, 2019
8 Ways to Become an Open Enrollment Pro
September 10, 2019
From Student Loan Repayment to Tuition Reimbursement—Trends in Educational Benefits
June 18, 2019
Trends in Paid-Time-Off and Vacation Offerings
May 06, 2019
Family-Friendly Perks Gain Popularity in the Workplace
April 16, 2019
Top 5 Ways Employers Are Controlling Health Care Costs
February 19, 2019
U.S. Employers Face Unknowns of Opioids in the Workplace
February 05, 2019
Canadian Employers Face Unknowns of Opioids in the Workplace
February 05, 2019