WELLESLEY, Mass., March 4,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Life U.S. is now
offering menopause benefits to its employees, recognizing the
opportunity to cover an ongoing gap in women's healthcare and
provide the specialized support women often need during this time.
According to the National Institute on Aging, menopause symptoms
can last anywhere from two to eight years, yet 73% of women
don't seek proper treatment to manage them. Sun Life's new benefit,
provided by Progyny, is available to employees at no cost, part of
the company's comprehensive suite of benefits and employee
programs. Sun Life employees also have access to Progyny's suite of
fertility and family forming services.
"It's time to normalize menopause in the workplace," said
Tammi Wortham, senior vice
president, Human Resources, Sun Life U.S. "Half the workforce will
go through menopause at some point in their lives, and for some it
can be a challenging health journey. Other benefits like mental
health support and paid leave have become more embraced by
employers in the last several years, and menopause benefits are the
next step. Progyny's unique program will help employees manage the
very specific – and sometimes distressing – symptoms that can come
with menopause. This means our employees will experience better
health and wellness, while staying present and productive at
work."
According to research conducted by the National Institute of
Health, more than 93% of residents in training said they did not
feel adequately educated to manage menopause. An NIH survey of
OB/GYN residency program directors showed only 31% reported having
a menopause curriculum. Addressing this gap in women's healthcare,
Progyny offers personalized, one-on-one support from reproductive
health experts, providing an individualized care plan based on the
person's symptoms, medical history and goals. Employees receive
health coaching and guidance from licensed health professionals for
things like nutrition and weight management, sleep issues, and
mental health. They also have access to a range of digital
educational tools and resources.
"Menopause is a significant life stage that has long been
overlooked in the workplace, despite its impact on physical health,
mental well-being, and professional success," said Dr. Janet Choi, chief medical officer, Progyny. "Sun
Life's commitment to supporting employees through this transition
is a crucial step toward normalizing menopause and ensuring those
experiencing symptoms have access to meaningful care. By providing
personalized, clinically guided support, together we can help
employees feel empowered and healthier, both at work and in
life."
In a 2024 study by CVS Health, 69% of benefits decision makers
recognized the importance of providing health benefits that
specifically support women. As one of the largest employee benefits
providers in the country, Sun Life is committed to offering its
employees benefits and support programs that address the issues
most important to them, including generous paid family and medical
leave, sabbaticals and Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).
Employees who live in the areas of Sun Life offices work in a
flexible hybrid setting, deciding for themselves when to work from
the office and when to work from home. Sun Life consistently
receives top workplace awards in the regions of its office
locations, as well as nationally.
"A flexible culture is key to supporting employees, on top of
whatever benefits you provide," added Wortham. "We take pride in
the culture we have built, which supports our colleagues' ability
to care for themselves, whether they are using our menopause
benefits, mental health programs, paid leave to care for a family
member, or recovering from an illness or injury."
Interested in learning more about careers and benefits at Sun
Life? Visit https://www.sunlife.com/us/en/about/careers/
About Sun Life
Sun Life is a leading
international financial services organization providing asset
management, wealth, insurance and health solutions to individual
and institutional Clients. Sun Life has operations in a number of
markets worldwide, including Canada, the United
States, the United Kingdom,
Ireland, Hong Kong, the
Philippines, Japan,
Indonesia, India, China,
Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and Bermuda. As of December
31, 2024, Sun Life had total assets under management of
C$1.54 trillion. For more
information, please visit www.sunlife.com.
Sun Life Financial Inc. trades on the Toronto (TSX), New
York (NYSE) and Philippine (PSE) stock exchanges under the
ticker symbol SLF.
Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and
government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans
access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry
partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio
of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability,
absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss
insurance, and healthcare navigation. Sun Life employs more than
8,500 people in the U.S., including associates in our partner
dental practices and affiliated companies in asset management.
Group insurance policies are issued by Sun Life Assurance Company
of Canada (Wellesley Hills, Mass.), except in
New York, where policies are
issued by Sun Life and Health Insurance Company (U.S.)
(Lansing, Mich.). For more
information visit our website and newsroom.
Media contact
Devon Fernald
Sun Life U.S.
Devon.Portney.Fernald@sunlife.com
781-800-3609
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