GiftCard Partners Blog

Following the Great Resignation in 2021 and 2022, 2024 began a troubling trend deemed “the Great Detachment.” This trend hasn’t led to employees quitting their jobs, but rather growing increasingly detached from their employers and less satisfied with their roles. According to recent Gallup data only 18% of American workers indicate that they are “extremely satisfied” with their jobs, while 51% are either watching for or actively looking for a new role.  

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States and creates an enormous burden for people, communities, and healthcare providers. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an American dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease. And between 2019 and 2020, heart disease cost the U.S. about $252.2 billion in health care services, medicines, and lost productivity.

Managed care organizations (MCOs) often face significant challenges in encouraging members to complete preventative health screenings. Ensuring compliance with critical screenings—such as breast cancer checks, hearing tests, and dental visits—not only improves patient outcomes but also directly impacts program success and HEDIS Star ratings. 

As health care costs continue to rise, employers are looking for ways to better support their employees’ health. According to the CDC, over $4 trillion of the nation's health care expenditures are for people with chronic and mental health conditions. With these costs escalating, employers are asking themselves: How can we better support employee health in the new year? From fostering work-life balance to rewarding healthy habits, here are the top five ways employers can help improve their employees' overall health.

As the devastating aftermath of the Palisades and Eaton fires continues to unfold, families who have lost everything are facing unimaginable challenges. Nonprofits play a vital role in aiding these families by providing immediate relief and long-term recovery assistance. While food, clothing, and shelter are essential, the path to rebuilding a life requires much more. This is where instant digital gift cards can make a transformative difference.