Patient’s Voice

Patient’s Voice, sponsored by Merck, provides employers with insights into the needs and challenges of Canadian workers who are living with a chronic disease. This informative booklet is based on the results of a 2011 survey (conducted by Rogers Connect Market Research) of individuals diagnosed with a serious illness who had a benefit plan. An expert panel was brought together to discuss the research results, explore the impact on plan sponsors and recommend solutions.

On December 15, 2011, pension and benefits managers and HR administrators gathered at the Sutton Place Hotel in Toronto to discuss the implications of the 2011 Patient’s Voice survey findings. In this report of the forum, industry experts offer their insights about the challenges of lost productivity and the value of wellness programs.