Research has shown that practicing mindfulness, purposely focusing your attention on the present moment and accepting it without judgement, has positive benefits for both physical and mental health. Learn what these benefits are and how to practice mindfulness techniques in this online seminar. Watch Video
For 2026, the Foreign Service Benefit Plan introduced a new requirement for GLP-1 medications for weight loss under a diagnosis of obesity. This change led to numerous questions from members and potential members during Open Season. We compiled the most common questions asked during Open Season Webinars about GLP-1s into this blog as an FAQ guide.
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