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Aviva-backed project explores new methods to treat depression in young people
An Aviva-backed project led by The Foundation for Young People's Mental Health (YPMH) and researchers at Cambridge University is exploring new methods of prevention, early intervention, diagnosis and treatment of depression in...
Read moreAxa Health adds Cleveland Clinic to hospital network
Axa Health is the latest insurer to reach agreement with Cleveland Clinic London to offer eligible members access to the provider's services. The clinic (pictured), which reached similar agreements with Bupa and WPA...
Read moreHealix launches international risk management service
Healix has launched a risk management service for international clients which aims to proactively mitigate risks before they become serious. Its Sentinel Protect subscription service offers clients bespoke risk intelligence, analysis and...
Read moreSwiss Re and Wysa collaborate on global mental wellbeing app for insurers
Swiss Re has entered into an exclusive partnership with mental health platform Wysa to create a global mental wellbeing app. The insurance-specific app will help consumers better track their mental wellbeing and...
Read moreGeneration Y most affected by stress and anxiety – Grid
Employers believe people aged between 26 and 44, commonly known as Generation Y, are more affected by stress and anxiety than any other generation, according to research by group risk industry body...
Read moreFCA adds excess to staff PMI cover as premiums double in five years
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is planning to introduce an excess payment for staff who use its private medical insurance (PMI) cover after soaring premium costs. The regulator said premiums for the...
Read moreWorld Mental Health Day: SME owner mental health on the decline
The mental health of SME owners is on the decline, according to two surveys released ahead of World Mental Health Day on 10 October. Research from insurer Simply Business found more than...
Read moreGovernments will use fiscal stimulus instead of austerity more often – Aviva
The success of financial support given during the Covid pandemic and the rapid economic recovery means governments are less likely to choose austerity in future shocks, according to Aviva Investors. The insurer...
Read morePeppy publishes employer menopause support pack
Health wellness platform Peppy has launched a menopause resource pack for employers. The pack includes expert guidance on the menopause, the impact on employees and organisations, and how to help staff. The...
Read moreHowden appoints UK managing director
Howden Employee Benefits & Wellbeing has promoted Cheryl Brennan to managing director of Howden Employee Benefits UK. Brennan (pictured) joined Howden as director of corporate consulting in May 2019 from Punter Southall...
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