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Business Group on Health is a community of members, a team of experts, an ally for large employers, a health and benefits authority, and a tenacious voice in health care policy, to name just a few of our roles. Our employer members are engaged and leading the charge - driving innovation in employer sponsored health care and seeking new viewpoints as they develop best-in-class programs for employees and their families. As a leading voice in health care policy, the Business Group has an impact on a global scale and provides respected commentary on larger industry trends. The Business Group on Health Podcast, hosted by Ellen Kelsay and LuAnn Heinen, showcases this thought leadership by featuring conversations with guests who bring insights and perspectives about the trends shaping modern health care issues relevant to large employers.

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United States

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Business Group on Health is a community of members, a team of experts, an ally for large employers, a health and benefits authority, and a tenacious voice in health care policy, to name just a few of our roles. Our employer members are engaged and leading the charge - driving innovation in employer sponsored health care and seeking new viewpoints as they develop best-in-class programs for employees and their families. As a leading voice in health care policy, the Business Group has an impact on a global scale and provides respected commentary on larger industry trends. The Business Group on Health Podcast, hosted by Ellen Kelsay and LuAnn Heinen, showcases this thought leadership by featuring conversations with guests who bring insights and perspectives about the trends shaping modern health care issues relevant to large employers.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Global Cancer Rates Are Rising: Address Regional Risk Factors to Reverse the Trend

9/22/2025
Each year, more than 20 million people worldwide are diagnosed with cancer—an already high number that is expected to increase...[…]
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Finding Strength in the Middle Place: Between Acute Sickness and Full Eating Disorder Recovery

8/25/2025
An estimated 70 million people worldwide will struggle with an eating disorder in their lifetime. Many individuals experiencing these disorders...[…]

Duration:00:42:06

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What You Say and How You Say It: How A Positive Narrative Identity Elevates Mental Health and Well-being

8/11/2025
The way we tell our own story, our narrative identity, influences our mental health and well-being, almost as much as...[…]

Duration:00:37:32

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Addressing the Overlooked Epidemic in Men’s Health

7/28/2025
Men’s health is facing a silent crisis, due in part to cultural barriers that prevent men from seeking the mental...[…]

Duration:00:33:49

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High Hopes for Healing: Exploring Cannabis Therapy

7/14/2025
As cannabis use in the United States surges, the science behind it struggles to keep pace. In this episode, Dr....[…]

Duration:00:44:25

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“Eat, Gobble, and Go:” Unpacking American Food Culture

6/30/2025
A relentless drive for innovation, a diligent work ethic and a uniquely American focus on individualism have shaped domestic food...[…]

Duration:00:37:09

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Working with Cancer: Helping Employers Support Employees Impacted by Cancer

6/10/2025
Upon receiving a cancer diagnosis, many patients quickly ask about their ability to continue working through treatment. Work can be...[…]

Duration:00:38:07

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‘Tune in’ to Well-being with the Healing Power of Music

5/12/2025
Can music really change our brains and boost our well-being? Archaeological evidence shows humans have made music for over 50,000...[…]

Duration:00:32:23

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Social Prescribing for Purpose, Connection and Improved Patient Outcomes

4/28/2025
Health and well-being can be improved by medicine, but can purpose and personal connection achieve similar effects? With the advent...[…]

Duration:00:37:52

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The Missing Billion: Reducing Health Barriers for People with Disabilities

4/7/2025
Individuals with disabilities make up 16% of the world’s population. They face a stark health disparity as their life expectancy...[…]
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Revisiting Alcohol Use: Risks, Trends and Recovery

3/24/2025
In a 2025 Advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General, alcohol use is highlighted as the leading preventable cause of cancer...[…]

Duration:00:42:19

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Truth and Lies: How Historical Biases Shape Women’s Health?

2/10/2025
Historical biases in medicine have left a lasting imprint on women’s health. In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Elizabeth Comen,...[…]

Duration:00:28:35

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Addressing Cognitive Decline and Alzheimer’s in the Workplace

1/27/2025
The impact of cognitive impairment and dementia in the workplace is on the rise. Due in part to an aging...[…]

Duration:00:28:30

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Foster a Compassionate Workplace for Suicide Prevention

12/9/2024
Over 700,000 people die by suicide each year, many of whom are active participants in the global workforce. For employers,...[…]

Duration:00:43:56

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“Nowhere to Go”: Transforming Maternity Care Access

11/12/2024
A full 35% of U.S. counties are maternity care deserts—regions that lack birthing facilities or obstetric clinicians, according to recent...[…]

Duration:00:25:17

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On the Frontline: Employers as Health Care Activists

10/21/2024
In aggregate, employers are the largest payers of health care in the U.S. and subsidize other health insurance markets, yet...[…]

Duration:00:34:14

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Managing the Mental Health Continuum: From Adolescence to Adulthood

9/30/2024
For individuals that struggle with mental health, the intensity of the challenges often evolve over their lifetime due to triggers...[…]

Duration:00:28:57

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Weathering Health Storms with Predictive Analytics

9/9/2024
Imagine having the foresight to prepare your organization for a flu outbreak days before it hits, just as you would...[…]

Duration:00:30:27

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Underrepresented Voices: LGBTQ+ Health and Research

8/26/2024
Business Group on Health’s 2025 Employer Health Care Strategy survey reveals 89% of large employers intend to implement programs or...[…]

Duration:00:44:55

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Under 50 and At Risk: The New Face of Colorectal Cancer

8/12/2024
Once rare in younger adults, colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting adults under 50, with the biggest increase in those aged...[…]

Duration:00:26:51