Aflac enhances Individual Short-Term Disability Insurance to include mental health coverage
Benefits help provide workers with income protection as financial and mental health pressures mount
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"Today, more Americans are grappling with challenges that, in the past, may have received less attention, but in the wake of the pandemic it is increasingly clear that mental health is a major concern for our customers," said Aflac
Aflac's Individual Short-Term Disability product is a workplace benefit that can help protect the overall physical, financial and mental health of an employer's workforce. With a variety of options, employees can tailor coverage to their specific needs and budgets, so they can focus on recovery and getting back to work rather than financial stress.
"Events and conditions leading to disability that prevent people from working and generating income are more common than many think," said
- Expanded coverage for disabilities caused by common mental health conditions, including but not limited to schizophrenia, bipolar disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress, substance and alcohol use disorders.
- Expanded coverage with no rate increases to policyholders.
- Optional riders to help further amplify income protection coverage.
For more information visit Aflac.com/business.
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1 National Alliance on Mental Health (2022). Mental Health Stats. Accessed
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3 Aflac (2021). 2021-2022 Aflac WorkForces Report. Accessed
4 LIMRA 2021 US Supplemental Health Insurance Total Market Report.
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