Welcome to the 2nd 2009 edition of Global Health & Benefits Perspective. This publication contains articles of interest to multinational clients and prospects written by Mercer's thought leaders around the world.

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In this issue

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US health care reform

A look at the current environment for comprehensive health care reform in the US: its components, costs and recent federal activity.

 Amy Bergner

 Blaine Bos

Aging workforces: The inevitable challenge in Europe

An examination of the economic impact of population aging with a particular focus on the Netherlands. 

Leo Bil

Contain health care costs during the downturn

Mercer's experience in Asia: Viewing the current recession as a window of opportunity for creating long-term financial stability.  

 Rosaline Chow Koo

German health care reform

A summary of the key elements of the recent reform and its implications for the near future.  

 Michael Braun

Upcoming articles in Mercer's Global Health & Benefits Perspective

The next edition of Global Health & Benefits Perspective will likely include articles on the following topics: