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Health-care costs hit a post-pandemic high. These moves during open enrollment can help

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About 165 million Americans get their health insurance through work.

Most don't spend much time considering what their employer is offering in the way of benefits and what it will cost.

U.S. employers project their health-care costs will increase by 7.7% in 2025 .

Some of the higher costs will inevitably get passed on to employees.

Employer-issued life insurance policies typically amount to a year 's salary.

You can buy additional life insurance through your employer.

Nearly 1 in 5 employees cite deteriorating mental health, according to a recent report by Gallagher .

Some wellness initiatives may include financial coaching, stress management classes and discounts.