GiftCard Partners Blog

Preventive care and chronic condition monitoring are essential pillars of high-quality health care, particularly within modern Value-Based Care (VBC) and population health management models. Yet many care gaps persist. Even as plans rebound from pandemic-era disruptions, real-world evidence from the CDC shows incomplete preventive care remains a systemic challenge with measurable implications for HEDIS^® measure performance, Star Ratings improvement, and total cost of care reduction.

March is National Nutrition Month^®, an annual initiative led by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to encourage informed food choices and healthier eating habits. As organizations plan for National Nutrition Month, nutrition is increasingly being viewed not just as a personal responsibility—but as a measurable component of broader wellness strategies.

Most wellness initiatives don’t fail because they lack education, technology, or good intentions. They fail because daily behaviors are hard to sustain once initial motivation fades. App check-ins slow down, medication routines slip, and remote monitoring participation declines. 

Building a culture of appreciation is a business imperative heading into 2026. Organizations that consistently recognize and support their employees experience 31% less voluntary turnover and are 12 times more likely to see strong business outcomes. Yet many companies still struggle to turn appreciation into an ongoing, meaningful practice.

Recruiting and retaining talent isn’t just about compensation and perks anymore. Employers are under increasing pressure to help their people live healthier lives, both because employees expect it and because chronic conditions are a growing drag on productivity and healthcare costs.