It’s always nice to hear some good news. And with the challenges of the current economic climate upon us, a reminder of the following, highlighted product lineup from AGB couldn’t come at a better time.

These products and services give members even more healthy ways to handle everyday issues like money, fitness, weight management … even a growing family. And best of all, they are easy to access
and use.

A little history
The first program on the list — Aetna Global Health Connections — launched in April 2008. As a reminder, the Aetna Global Health Connections suite of health and wellness programs helps members stay healthier while on assignment and meet their health goals. Today, the program includes an International Disease Management Program, Maternity Management Program, partnership with Weight Watchers and the online Simple Steps to a Healthier Life^® Program, a variety of easy-to-use, convenient Healthy Living Programs to help members learn about eating healthy, losing weight, getting in shape, relieving stress and more.

These programs further cement AGB’s number one mission: to help members stay healthy through every step of their assignment, in every corner of the globe. Let’s highlight one of the programs in particular — the various weight-management solutions available through the Weight Watchers program.  

Healthy helper #1: savings on weight-management
When times are tough, it’s easy for healthy eating habits to feel the pinch too. With big savings on Weight Watchers, a trusted name in safe, sensible weight-management, it’s easier to keep your weight
on track — for less. Automatically included savings in benefits
plans include:

• Local meeting vouchers (for AGB members in the U.S.*)  
• At-home kit (for AGB members to buy while in the U.S.* or before leaving on assignment)
• Online subscription (for AGB members located anywhere in
  the world)

Additionally, to help members achieve their weight-management goals and improve their overall health, AGB offsets the cost for them to join Weight Watchers by 20 percent. AGB also offers an additional 50 percent cost reimbursement, up to $70, for simply participating in a Weight Watchers plan for a minimum of 10 weeks!**

To get started, members can visit their secure member website at www.aetnaglobalbenefits.com, and go to “Resources,” then “Wellness Center.”

This relationship is part of AGB’s existing suite of weight-management options, which provide members with numerous choices to help them achieve their weight-loss goals and improve their overall health. AGB members also have access to U.S. discounts on Jenny Craig^® and e.Diets^®.

Healthy helper #2: savings on dental care, vision and more
Proper dental care could be the ticket to a healthier work assignment. But it can be costly. Now there’s no need to skimp on services. With Vital Savings^SM on Dental by Aetna,*** members living in the U.S. can save on cleanings, X-rays, fillings, crowns, dentures and more. And to keep their whole body healthy, the program also features: 

• Vital Savings^SM on Vision — eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, vision accessories and LASIK surgery
• Vital Savings^SM on Natural Products and Services — acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage therapy, nutritional counseling, aromatherapy, homeopathy, over-the-counter vitamins, nutritional supplements and more
• Vital Savings^SM on Fitness — special rates on participating health clubs, home exercise equipment and exercise videos
• Discounts on Oral Health Care Supplies — toothbrushes and many Epic Dental products like gum, mints, toothpastes and mouth rinses
• Discounts on Hearing Care — hearing exams and many models of hearing aids

The best part of all? Since the program is not insurance, there are no claim forms, referrals, deductibles, copays, participation restrictions and limit to how often members can use the program.

For more information, eligible members can visit Aetna Navigator^®, accessible through their secure member website at www.aetnaglobalbenefits.com.

Healthy helper #3: confidential support — whenever, wherever
Dealing with the competing priorities of work, family and personal issues is tough enough for any individual. For individuals who have taken on the extra challenge of an international assignment, the need for a good sounding board becomes that much more critical.

With the International Employee Assistance Program,*** members can receive:

• Up to five counseling sessions (in person or by telephone)
• Interactive Web resources, including self-assessments and a variety of health and wellness topics
• A wide range of work and life resources on areas such as parenting, child development, family issues and education. A full suite of work/life, legal and financial services, including child care and elder care, is available throughout the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany and Switzerland; in the main cities of China, Japan, Australia, Israel and Scandinavia; and in Moscow and Paris.
• 24/7 crisis intervention and confidential support for when members need it most.

Best of all, it’s confidential … and accessible 24/7, just a click or
call away.

Healthy helper #4: Having some fun too
And that’s not all — members can save big on things that are healthy AND fun! For instance:

• Savings on spa visits: Members can save 10 percent on any $100 purchase of a SpaWish^® gift certificate, good at over 1,000 spas across the U.S.
• Savings on city, restaurant and movie reviews: When members subscribe to Zagat online, they’ll save 30 percent on a membership. They can choose to receive restaurant reviews only, or full access for ratings on hotels, restaurants, movies and other attractions. This is especially helpful when searching for healthy choices. They can save on printed guides too!

For more information about any of these programs, contact your AGB representative, broker or consultant. Members can visit their secure
member website at www.aetnaglobalbenefits.com to learn more.