Cancer Care
2020 found that cancer-related healthcare costs accounted for 12.4% of the total medical expenditures in the United States for the study population.
Cardiac Care
Heart-related conditions, such as coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and stroke, often require intensive care, specialized procedures, and long-term management, contributing significantly to healthcare costs.
Diabetes Care
This chronic condition requires ongoing management, including regular monitoring, medications, and lifestyle interventions. Diabetes can lead to various complications, such as kidney disease, vision problems, and cardiovascular diseases, which can further increase healthcare costs.
Pregnancy Care
Complications related to pregnancy and childbirth, such as preterm birth, preeclampsia, and gestational diabetes, can lead to increased medical costs and longer hospital stays.
The American Pregnancy Association is a national health organization that provides education and support for expectant and new parents. Its website offers evidence-based information on pregnancy, labor and delivery, breastfeeding, and postpartum care, as well as tools like due date calculators and community forums.
Musculoskeletal Care
Musculoskeletal conditions increase self-funded plan costs due to high prevalence, lost workdays, reduced productivity, and expenses for treatments, therapy, and workplace accommodations.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health is dedicated to conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related injury and illness. They provide comprehensive resources on ergonomics, safe patient handling, and musculoskeletal health for healthcare workers.
Mental Health Care
Mental health conditions affect healthcare workers’ well-being, job satisfaction, and performance, leading to burnout, increased absenteeism, turnover, and decreased quality of patient care.
- Screening tools | Evidence-based for common conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more.
- Information and resources | Comprehensive guides on various mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Interactive tools | Personalized action plans along with access to support groups and connections to mental health professionals.
