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Insurers should spark smoking cessation programs

Health insurers could give members a huge boost toward reaching a common health goal--to quit smoking--and make some money while they're at it. That's based on new study results showing the

Humana bans hiring smokers to promote healthy behavior

In an attempt to lead by example in promoting health and wellness, Humana ( NYSE: HUM ) has announced it will no longer hire smokers in its five Arizona locations. Humana's ban for new hires, which

HHS' new 2020 health agenda spotlights prevention

HHS' newest 10-year health goals for the country, Healthy People 2020, focus on prevention. Chronic diseases are behind 70 percent of all deaths in America and account for 75 cents of every dollar