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Child Care Scarcity Has Very Real Consequences For Working Families
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Child Care Scarcity Has Very Real Consequences For Working Families

In much of the U.S., demand for licensed infant care outstrips supply. Parents face lengthy waitlists, hefty waitlist fees, and few good options when returning to work after the birth of a baby.

Child Care Scarcity Has Very Real Consequences For Working Families

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Monday

Supreme Court's Decision On Same-Sex Marriage Expected To Boost Health Coverage

The crowd reacts as the ruling on same-sex marriage was announced outside of the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., Friday. Jacquelyn Martin/AP hide caption

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Supreme Court's Decision On Same-Sex Marriage Expected To Boost Health Coverage

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Many companies are expected to expand coverage to same-sex spouses if they already offer benefits to opposite-sex spouses. But the recent Supreme Court decision doesn't require them to do so.

Wednesday

Smokers More Likely To Quit If Their Own Cash Is On The Line
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Smokers More Likely To Quit If Their Own Cash Is On The Line

A carrot isn't enough — bring on the stick. A study finds smokers are more likely to quit tobacco if they lose some of their own money after a relapse, than if they get a bonus for quitting the habit.

Smokers More Likely To Quit If Their Own Cash Is On The Line

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Wednesday

Germanwings Crash Highlights Workplace Approaches To Mental Health

When it comes to an employee's mental health status, what does an employer need to know, or have a right to know? iStockphoto hide caption

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Germanwings Crash Highlights Workplace Approaches To Mental Health

The case of co-pilot Andreas Lubitz has focused attention on what Lufthansa, or any employer, can really know about an employee's state of mind. Requiring a psychological evaluation has risks, too.

Germanwings Crash Highlights Workplace Approaches To Mental Health

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Monday

Health Law's Employer Mandate Hits Another Speed Bump

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Health Law's Employer Mandate Hits Another Speed Bump

The Obama administration is again delaying a part of the Affordable Care Act that requires most companies to provide employees with health insurance. This time, smallish firms — those with fewer than 100 workers but more than 49 — get a reprieve until 2016.

Health Law's Employer Mandate Hits Another Speed Bump

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