Although it differs from one employee group to another, there are definite common claiming patterns among ASSOCIUM Benefits clients, and the general population. Knowing those patterns and taking steps to reduce their impact on costs are part of good plan management.

Overall plan spending on prescription drugs increased nominally into 2019 and 2020 within the ASSOCIUM block, by approximately 2.5%. While specialty drugs represented the largest category of medication, the spend was much lower as a percentage than previous years representing just less than 15% of claims made compared to over 30% in 2017-2018. The good news is, our Specialty Drug program has helped reduce the impact on ASSOCIUM clients.

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held on August 31st each year and aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. It also acknowledges the grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have died or had a permanent injury as a result of drug overdose.

International Overdose Awareness Day spreads the message that overdose death is preventable.

Learn about signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose and the solution – Naloxone a lifesaving medication.

The current pandemic has amplified some glaring disconnects and constraints within the non-profit/charitable (NPC) sector. For example, it has placed a spotlight on the disconnect between the types of labour society values, such as roles associated with eldercare support, and how those roles are compensated in the labour market. The measurement criteria used in the valuation of paid vs unpaid labour is a source of this disconnect – the general thesis of Basic Income proponents.

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