04/07/2026
World Health Day is a timely reminder for benefits leaders to focus on prevention. An estimated 44% of cancer deaths occurring in the U.S. in 2025 were linked to potentially modifiable risk factors, highlighting the impact of employer-supported wellness and preventive care. With cancer driving more than $21 billion annually in patient economic burden, the right mix of wellness programs and disability benefits can help protect employee health, productivity, and long-term workforce stability.
Sources: https://www.cancer.org/research/cancer-facts-statistics/cancer-prevention-early-detection.html and https://seer.cancer.gov/report_to_nation/