In summer, Americans enjoy spending more and more time outside – particularly children relishing their time away from school. Learn more about bike safety tips that can keep kids safe.

Cigna Healthcare and HelloFresh have joined forces to provide free meal kits to communities in need through joint support of HelloFresh's Meals with Meaning program and to offer exclusive discounts for nutritious HelloFresh meal kits to as many as 12 million people through their employers.

While caregiving for a loved one can be rewarding, it can take a toll on the caregiver’s emotional and physical health, resulting in anxiety and depression.

Health and nutrition are a vital part of good health, and Cigna Healthcare is committed to promoting healthy eating and enabling access to healthful foods in communities across the United States.

The Newsroom staff sat down with Dr. Erin Parks, a clinical psychologist, to better understand eating disorders. Learn about the different types of disorders and treatment options there are.

Brett Winingham leads the sales and account management teams charged with maintaining and expanding Cigna Healthcare's employer-sponsored health plan business throughout Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming.

Tim Vessel, who is passionate about helping underserved communities achieve better health outcomes, has thrived at Cigna for his entire career. His team works with existing clients and new business opportunities in South Texas and Louisiana to develop, implement, and refine employer-specific solutions to optimize the performance of their health care programs.

Lack of access to fresh, healthful foods puts people at increased risk for a variety of health issues. Cigna Healthcare is working to promote proper nutrition and increase food security, which are crucial for maintaining the health and vitality of the customers and communities we serve.

In this episode of the Health Unscripted Podcast, Dr. J.B. Sobel, chief medical officer for Cigna Healthcare’s Medicare Advantage business, discusses new research that found seniors exhibit a higher degree of vitality than any other age group and outlines what everyone can learn from this cohort of older adults.

While digital technology can never replace the health care experience, it can complement in-person care to help drive down costs, make care more personalized, and improve health outcomes. Cigna Healthcare conducts extensive research to offer members the most effective digital options that can support their individual health needs.

Regardless of where you work (in person or in an office), it’s crucial to pause and find ways to create a balanced, productive workday routine. We asked employees from across our company to share their tips for staying productive throughout the workday — read on below for their advice.

Vitality is the ability to pursue life with health, strength, and energy. The Cigna Group found that people 65 and older have the highest average vitality score of any age group, and those scores increase steadily from the ages of 65 to 80.

Sometimes everyday stress can become so overwhelming that we cannot focus on what we are doing. Here are six tips for instant relief so you can tackle your tasks with a calmer and clearer mind.

Avoiding sunburn and minimizing exposure to dangerous ultraviolet (UV) rays involves more than applying sunscreen before you and your family head to the beach, the pool, or the playground. Take the right precautions by keeping these simple tips in mind.

With increasing demands and endless to-do lists to fulfill, it is easy to forgo sleep to get more done. However, lack of sleep can lead to accidents and serious health issues. If you are not catching enough Zs, try these simple tips to help you get the sleep you need.

By taking these small but meaningful steps, parents can ensure that their kids have fun this summer while staying healthy and safe.

Detecting cancers early saves lives. Learn more about the steps Cigna Healthcare is taking to help plan members get the screening procedures they need to find cancers and pre-cancers before they can spread, making treatment and the recovery process easier.

Half of the people with a behavioral health condition do not receive adequate treatment, which can have adverse consequences for them and their employers. The Cigna Total Behavioral Health program will launch new enhancements to better help employees find effective treatment and navigate the care process.

The Newsroom sat down with Marc Jefferys, president of Supplemental Health Solutions at Cigna Healthcare to discuss how supplemental health plans can help offset serious injury or critical illness costs, bringing peace of mind and supporting workforce well-being.

We sat down with Dr. David Mino, national medical director of orthopedic surgery and spinal disorders at Cigna Healthcare, to better understand the workplace issues around musculoskeletal conditions and how the Cigna Pathwell Bone & Joint program can benefit employers and their employees.

Remote work has exacerbated musculoskeletal conditions, increasing pain for workers and costs for employees. The solution: proactive health engagement.

With health equity growing in priority, benefits play an outsized role in helping manufacturing employees overcome disparities to live and thrive.

In our latest episode of the Health Unscripted Podcast, Dr. Renee McLaughlin, national medical executive at Cigna Healthcare, explores ways employers can advance LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion, create a sense of belonging, and improve access to care and mental health.

We spoke with Cigna Healthcare's Katy Wong, chief pharmacy officer, and Dr. Mandeep Brar, medical director, to discuss how Cigna Healthcare continues to make groundbreaking diabetes treatments available for patients who need them, as well as protect people who may be using these drugs off-label for weight loss purposes.

Primary care physicians (PCPs) play an essential role in health care. We spoke with Dr. Brittany McArthur, a primary care physician for Evernorth Care Group, for tips in finding the PCP who’s right for you.

Mental health conditions can intensify physical health symptoms and hamper medical treatment and recovery. We spoke with Dr. Rodgers Wilson to better understand how these issues, and how integrating medical, pharmacy, and behavioral treatment plans, can benefit employers and employees.

Seeing a loved one suffer with serious illness or mortality can be extremely difficult. We spoke with Dr. J.B. Sobel, chief medical officer for Medicare at Cigna Healthcare about how to get started and exactly what you should do.

For Cigna Healthcare, all health care is personal and all health care is local. Learn more about recent community outreach programs to help children broaden their environmental education and make healthy choices.

In honor of Autism Acceptance Month this April, we’re highlighting 15 statistics that shine light on the current state of autism – its prevalence, the impact on families, and some of the challenges associated with treating the disorder.

Most Americans have become familiar with Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans, but have you ever heard of EGWP? We're breaking down all you need to know about these Employer Group Waiver Plans for Medicare-eligible retirees.

Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Learn how to reduce your risk, what the common symptoms are, and how to be screened for colon cancer.

Women are asking more from employers, and leaving companies in unprecedented numbers to get their needs met. Watch the video to learn how employers can support women’s health and well-being, and why it is more important than ever to build a culture of health in the workforce.

Cigna Healthcare is dedicated to reinventing and repairing fragmented MSK care experiences. Learn more about the unique approach to addressing these areas and optimizing care delivery.

While an annual checkup is important for everyone, that’s especially true for older adults. Read these 5 tips for seniors to address potential health concerns and develop a plan for better health during their annual wellness exam.

When you or a loved one has a medical emergency or serious issue, choosing how and where to seek help can be overwhelming. We asked Dr. Peter W. McCauley Sr., a medical officer for Cigna Healthcare, for tips on when to visit an emergency room, an urgent care center, or a virtual care provider.

Watch our video on the six lesser-known dimensions of health that must be addressed when building a culture of health and elevating employee vitality.

When John Webb, president of Tri-South at Cigna Healthcare, says “it’s not rocket science,” you can believe it. The former aerospace engineer-turned-sales executive began his career working on the Space Shuttle program for Rockwell International, helping to manufacture the shuttle’s three main engines. Read on to get to know Webb better.

The Newsroom sat down with Marcus Garcia, senior director of payer and strategy relations at Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers to discuss the benefits of doctors referring patients to infusion centers.

With the start of winter, the risk of slips and falls increases, especially for older adults. We sat down with Dr. J.B. Sobel, who serves as chief medical officer for Medicare products at Cigna Healthcare, to talk about his advice on fall prevention.

Identity theft can take an enormous toll on the victim’s emotional, mental, and physical health. Read more on how organizations can take small but meaningful steps to help employees protect their identities.

In the wake of the Great Resignation, today’s employees and job seekers have new expectations. We take a look at 10 stats that show what they value most.

Fifteen years ago, as her weight was at an all-time high, Stacey Barga hit rock bottom. Through perseverance and determination, she's lost more than 220 pounds. Read on to learn about her weight loss journey and her advice to others.

Our newly released Value of Integration study shows that integrating medical, pharmacy, and behavioral care benefits can deliver lower healthcare costs and lead to better health outcomes for America's workforce.

As Doug Conant, former Fortune 500 CEO (Nabisco, Campbell Soup, Avon), famously said: “To win the marketplace, you must first win the workplace.” And so we will see a continued push from organizations in 2023 to improve the end-to end-employee experience. Let's take a look at some of the trends to expect.

There’s no doubt that health and wellness is multidimensional. Learn more about the eight dimensions of vitality, and the unique drivers and behaviors that influence them.

We spoke to two benefits professionals at A+E Networks to understand how they prioritize employee health and happiness through their wellness program.

Offering supplemental benefits as part of a comprehensive package can enhance worker vitality, which has a host of advantages including better overall health, higher occupational confidence, and feeling supported at work.

The employee wellness programs of today must take into account every component of a person's overall health and well-being.

While the presence and impacts of social determinants of health extend far beyond the worksite, these are just some the steps employers can take to help improve the quality of life and health of their workforce in these areas.

We sat down with Dr. Renee McLaughlin, national medical director for LGBTQ+ health and well-being at Cigna, to talk through some of the health disparities LGBTQ+ people face, what causes these disparities, and how providers can help reduce the stigma and discrimination this community faces.

Peter Freeburg, behavioral clinical strategist at Cigna, speaks to the mental health challenges that exist in the workforce today, and the employer imperative around fostering a more connected workforce that prioritizes health and well-being.

We asked Dr. Nalini Raju to share her knowledge on the newest booster, who's eligible for it, and how to stay healthy this fall and winter amid projections of a cold-weather surge in new variant cases.

By helping employees improve their vitality—at work, at home, and in their communities—employers can create a culture of health that addresses the challenges that burned-out or disengaged employees face, and stimulate better business outcomes.

We sat down with Cigna's Dr. Alla Zilbering to explore the health barriers that the senior population faces, as well as what providers and the health care industry as a whole should be doing to reduce gaps in care and improve health outcomes for all Americans.

The Great Resignation isn’t over. Explore some statistics that can help us reflect on the current state of our workforce, look ahead to the forces redefining work as we know it, and better understand how companies and employees alike are changing their priorities in the wake of this massive shift taking place.

The gender-affirmation process can be a long, complex, and emotional roller coaster. Learn about Cigna's My Personal Champion team, which works to make gender-affirming care as simple and easy as possible.

In a recent podcast for Becker's Hospital Review, Neema Stephens, national medical director of health equity at Cigna, spoke to trends in mental health, maternal health, and some of the work Cigna is doing in driving health equity.

Today’s employers know the importance of encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, and workers thrive when their organizations encourage them to live their healthiest lives.

We take a look at the Brave of Heart Fund and how it has helped more than 900 families of frontline workers who died in the battle against COVID-19.

Working women – and all women – needed support before the pandemic, and the events of the last two-plus years have increased those needs, sometimes greatly. Providing the resources their employees need is a win-win for workers and employers alike.

Building cultural competency among health care providers is key to making diabetes management easier for Black patients.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light the inextricable link between employee health and well-being, and business and economic success, as evidenced in a recent study by Economist Impact, commissioned by Cigna.

Data shows Cigna’s oncology case management program’s distress screening tool improves engagement and lowers costs.

Taking steps to improve employees’ health and well-being can increase satisfaction and encourage retention, whether they are working on site, at home, or in both locations.

Imagine this: You’ve been diagnosed with COVID-19. After running additional tests, the doctor brings unexpected news. You also have Type 2 diabetes.

As part of our mission to improve the health, well-being, and peace of mind of those we serve, Cigna has donated $15,000 to the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle (Food Shuttle) of North Carolina to provide healthy meals to people in need in Wake County.

Dr. Michael Howell, MD, who is a regional medical executive for Cigna, is determined to combat vaccine misinformation in the Black community and for underrepresented minorities in general.

In honor of National Suicide Prevention Week (September 5-11), we’ve scoured the web for some of the latest stats on suicide: The what, why and who. Read on to better understand how suicide risk is tied to social and economic status, gender, mental health, and more.

It has been more than a decade since the Affordable Care Act (ACA) became law and created more access to health coverage for millions of Americans. Since the inception of the ACA health insurance...

Candid conversations about complex topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion – especially in the workplace – may feel uncomfortable.

There are many structural factors that impact gender disparities in mental health — education, literacy, poverty and gender roles — all have been further exacerbated by the pandemic.

Cigna teamed up with the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and the City of Scottsdale to run a new COVID-19 vaccination center, serving the community and helping to make vaccinations easy and convenient.

As demand has grown in the U.S. for mental health care and services, supply has struggled to keep up.

Achilles Freedom Team athletes have experienced some of the toughest challenges life has to offer. Cigna recently sat down with Master Sargent Cedric King and Staff Sargent Earl Granville, two...

Cigna Medical Group (CMG) in Arizona is among the first in the country to provide the monoclonal antibody infusion therapy to high-risk COVID-19 patients in a non-hospital setting. This is part of...

To better help teachers and school administrators support the mental well-being of their students, Cigna Foundation is partnering with Mindful Schools.

Cigna is providing critical health care resources to a number of communities most at risk for COVID-19.

COVID-19 has put many things on hold this year, but one thing it shouldn’t interrupt is preventative care.

They rush the scene when others are fleeing. They are the protectors and the helping hands. Emergency responders are used to saving lives, and now Cigna is making sure that these frontline workers...

While employers around the country are focused on how to safely reopen offices, Cigna is making it easier for them to provide employees with peace of mind.

While many people are avoiding hospitals right now due to concerns over COVID-19, it’s still critical that people get the needed care. A recent Cigna study found that pediatric hospitalizations...

Food is a basic human need. Yet, for 1 in 7 children in the United States, they may not know where their next meal might come from.1 And when children are suffering from hunger, they are more...

Today’s U.S. health care system is complicated and can be difficult to navigate, leaving many people worried about obtaining care for themselves or their loved ones. We see the statistics: over...

According to the World Health Organization, by 2050 one in every ten people will have “disabling” hearing loss1. But, does the loss of hearing have to be “disabling?” At Cigna, we're...

When it comes to the health of our cats and dogs, the vast majority of Americans are doing the right things.

Returning home from an overseas deployment brings a host of challenges, and many veterans need mental well-being support to transition back to civilian life.

Cigna knows that compassion and community efforts help solve problems. Shame and blame do not. Substance use disorders are a chronic disease, and we are committed to helping those who may be at-risk.

A Cigna Foundation grant is responding to the need to help Native American moms receive prenatal care and deliver healthy babies. Infant mortality rates for Native women are significantly higher...

More than 1,500 young filmmakers, writers and directors work with Ghetto Film School locations in New York and Los Angeles annually. Some of the best and brightest of those storytellers took part...

By the time students in the U.S. reach the age of 17, 60% of them have been exposed to violence.1 Researchers found that 20% of American students have been personally affected by trauma.1 The same...

Cigna is taking steps to increase prevention and treatment of substance use disorders.