GHP helps employees stay healthy, active, and supported all summer long, so you can boost engagement and drive better outcomes.
Summer is an ideal time to encourage employees to take full advantage of their Group Health Program (GHP) benefits. With longer days and more time spent outdoors, employees are naturally more active, but they’re also at higher risk for injuries, heat-related illness and skipped care during vacations. That’s why now is the perfect time to spotlight the resources GHP offers to help employees stay healthy, engaged, and proactive. Here are some key ways you can help your team beat the heat and boost their health this season:
Stay Active, Prevent Injury: Spotlight Hinge Health
Outdoor workouts and physical activity ramp up in the summer—but so can aches, pains, and overuse injuries. Hinge Health, included at no cost to eligible GHP participants, offers a digital musculoskeletal (MSK) management program designed to prevent and help with joint and muscle pain. Participants get:
- A personalized care plan
- Access to a health coach for accountability
- Self-paced stretching and strengthening routines
Tip for HR: Share flyers, send a reminder email, or post in internal channels about Hinge Health. It’s a great way to promote movement and reduce costly MSK claims.
Keep Care Convenient While Traveling: Promote Teladoc
Summer travel can mean putting off care or skipping it altogether. Remind employees that virtual visits are available through Teladoc as a part of their GHP coverage for a wide range of needs, like:
- Cold or flu symptoms
- Prescription refills
- Sunburns, rashes, or minor injuries
- General consultations
Tip for HR: Include Teladoc information in your summer newsletters or out-of-office reminders to reinforce this accessible care option. This Teladoc Vacation Flyer is ideal for sharing with your employees.
Make Preventive Care a Summer Priority
Annual physicals, skin cancer screenings, and wellness checkups are often overlooked during busy months. But preventive care is essential and fully covered under GHP. Encourage employees to use the season as an opportunity for a wellness reset.
Tip for HR: Create a “Summer Health Checklist” with suggested appointments and reminders for preventive screenings. This Safe Summer Fun Flyer is another good resource to share with your employees.
Remember: Keeping GHP front and center—even during vacation season—can reduce claims, improve employee health outcomes, and demonstrate the value of your benefits program year-round.Download this graphic to share with your employees! |
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