The Burden of Asthma on Employee Health Costs
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that can have a significant impact on individuals, including reduced quality of life, increased healthcare utilization, and lost productivity. Self-insured employers should pay attention to asthma as it affects a considerable proportion of the workforce and can result in significant direct and indirect costs. In this article, we will explore the burden of asthma on employees, the direct and indirect costs of uncontrolled asthma,…