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.

The pandemic has certainly changed life as we know it—and for some people, it’s helped them form healthier habits.

To shed more light on the expanding drug epidemic both in the United States and in the world at large, we scoured the web for some of the most surprising statistics related to overdoses.

Parents are understandably feeling anxious about sending their children, many of whom cannot be vaccinated, into school buildings.

More than just a feeling, stress triggers a physical reaction that affects both your body and mind.

If ever there was a time to demonstrate the value of the employer-sponsored health care market, it was during the coronavirus pandemic.

Vaccination is one of the most important things we can do to protect ourselves, our children, and future generations against illness.

At Cigna we have found that although our work in the data and analytics space cannot change a diagnosis, it can help change patient outcomes.

If there’s one thing that the COVID-19 pandemic has taught businesses, it is that employers are a key driver of a healthy workforce.

The unprecedented pace of development for the COVID-19 vaccines demonstrates the ability of the pharmaceutical industry to deliver breakthrough medications and innovations at accelerated speed.

Biologic medicines represent a consistent challenge in the U.S. health care system today.

Regular visits to the dentist for routine treatments like check-ups, x-rays, and teeth cleanings can have far-reaching benefits not just for people’s oral health, but for their overall health...

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...

In a recent New England Journal of Medicine Catalyst opinion piece, Cigna Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Steve Miller and Humana’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. William Shrank discussed how health...

Biologic medicines have transformed treatment for many complex and debilitating conditions, including cancer, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid...

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

For many people, losing weight is a journey – a challenging journey that requires lifestyle changes.

While the COVID-19 pandemic has affected different people in different ways, a recent nationwide Cigna-M/A/R/C® research survey uncovers a few positive outcomes. Many people report stronger...

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...

A recent study by Cigna found that employed individuals who engaged in Cigna’s Health Matters Care Management following COVID-19 hospitalization can save up to nearly $2,000 in monthly...

In one of the first nationwide COVID-19 claims analyses conducted by a health plan, Cigna explored how the impact of the pandemic has altered the course of health care for its customers. The...

In one of the first nationwide aggregate COVID-19 studies published by a health plan, Cigna revealed that the most common long-term complications from COVID-19 infection among the American...

Cigna held its 2021 Investor Day on March 8th to speak with the investment community and our shareholders about our growth strategy and our steadfast focus on delivering for customers, clients,...

Almost half of global respondents said concern for the future is currently their greatest cause of stress.

The initiative aims to increase transparency and help customers save by bundling payments — setting a fixed cost for an entire course of treatment — prior to receiving care.

The signs of a heart attack can be easily overlooked. Chest pain can be mistaken for heartburn, stress or a muscle pull — all small aches that can be easy to dismiss.

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...

Evernorth, the leading health services portfolio of Cigna, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire MDLIVE, a privately held, leading 24/7 virtual care delivery...

To further support the well-being and peace of mind of students and academic faculty around the world, Cigna recently introduced Cigna StudyWell, a flexible insurance cover that offers...

People with higher levels of personal resilience are also more proactive with their heart health.

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

Dr. Michael Ungar, director of the Resilience Research Centre at Dalhousie University, recently sat down with Cigna’s Robin Southgate, product strategy lead for Cigna’s Employee Assistance...

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

Approximately 10 months into the global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the world is still grappling with outbreaks and stay-at-home orders. The good news is that some of the vaccines being...

These days, there are plenty of things to stress about, but managing diabetes shouldn’t be one of them. To help those who’ve been diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes better navigate care...

Your smile has the power to brighten your day – and someone else’s. A healthy smile starts with proper dental hygiene. This National Dental Hygiene Month, we’re sharing five simple habits to...

Americans are up against a lot and our resilience – or our ability to quickly recover from challenges – is truly being put to the test.

Ahead of International Stress Awareness Day on November 4, we’re sharing tips from Cigna’s behavioral health experts to help identify and reduce stress. This has been a stressful year for kids...

A new survey from Cigna International Markets reveals the tightening and loosening of protective COVID-19 measures are negatively affecting individuals.

Every year, eligible individuals can shop for a health plan during Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP), which runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.

As the U.S. population continues to age, the number of adults over 65 living with diabetes is also increasing. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) estimates that more than 22 million...

Now that patients have seen how convenient and cost-effective virtual care can be, it’s likely they will continue to use it.

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

When it comes to taking care of yourself, wellness screenings should be considered the first line of defense. Doctors often use these visits as a time to ask about health concerns, review personal...

Recovery from COVID-19 isn’t the same for all patients, and research continues to show the virus can have a long-term impact for many. A new study interviewing Cigna medical plan customers found...

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...

According to the Cigna COVID-19 Global Impact Study: New Directions [PDF] part of Cigna’s annual 360 Well-Being Survey, availability and access to virtual health has become increasingly...

Research shows that young adults, whose brains are still in development, are at greater risk of opioid addiction, and that their first exposure to an opioid is usually from the dentist.1 To help...

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.

You might think milestone birthdays stop when you turn 50, but that’s not true! Your 65th birthday is an important milestone, too.

Across a divided and suffering America, many are united by hope for a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine in the coming months.

To make it easier for employer clients to support the health and well-being of their employees during this challenging time, Cigna Dental is expanding its financial assistance through the Smile...

Cigna continues to take meaningful steps to drive value for clients, provide expanded care and ease the financial impact to customers associated with testing and treatment during COVID-19.

When the COVID-19 crisis first began, frontline healthcare providers were in urgent need of personal protective equipment (PPE), and dentists across the country stepped up, donating their own PPE...

Everyday stress and worries about unexpected health care costs are top-of-mind concerns across all generations – from Millennials, to Gen Xers, to Boomers. Supplemental Health insurance plans...

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly disrupted dental care, forcing dentists across the United States to limit services to emergencies. Committed to providing assistance and relief to clients...

In 2019, Cigna and Express Scripts announced the ground-breaking Patient Assurance ProgramSM to ensure eligible people with diabetes in participating plans would not pay more than $25 for a 30-day...

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...

Americans are spending more time at home, which means they’re likely spending more time online.

Cigna is helping customers manage their musculoskeletal (MSK) health care and pain management needs, as well as assisting providers avoid unexpected burdens stemming from elective surgery delays...

Dr. Samyra Sealy is physician who provides primary home health care for chronically ill patients who have challenges leaving their residence to access health care and services. The COVID-19...

Dr. Miller recently spoke with AHIP about what health insurance providers are doing to protect Americans and to help overcome the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, he specifically addresses the work...

As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, many people are staying in their homes to help prevent the spread of the disease. Feeling lonely from time to time is natural, but this unprecedented time...

COVID-19 has the public rethinking how they stay healthy – both physically and mentally. Even those in good health can start to feel anxious and fearful when the words “pandemic” and...

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak and social distance policies, new research from Cigna finds that patients have deferred treatments for seven different acute clinical conditions, raising...

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...

As group health plan sponsors, employers have a unique opportunity to help combat the opioid epidemic. “Employers can educate and build support systems for employees, particularly those...

Looking to help primary care providers (PCP) diagnose and more effectively treat patients with chronic low back pain, Cigna is taking on pain management while at the same time working to help...

The benefits of a well-balanced diet extend beyond a child’s growth and development. Healthy eating is also essential to developing a strong, healthy smile. As part of Children’s Dental Health...

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...

How much does oral health impact wellness including self-esteem? Turns out, a lot. A new Cigna survey [PDF]1 found that more than 25 percent of American adults are insecure about their oral...

If you are buying your insurance on a health care exchange, sorting through the options can be overwhelming. To help with that process, it’s important that you take the time to assess what you...

Recovery is a process of change through which people improve their health and well-being, live self-directed lives and strive to reach their full potential. More than 22 million people are in...

In today's ever-changing health care landscape, Cigna is defining the opportunity.

Every 12 minutes, someone loses their fight with opioids and dies from overdose.1 Too many people and their families are battling addiction, but they are not alone. Cigna is working to reduce...

With open enrollment approaching, employees can find themselves overwhelmed by the information needed to make the best benefit choices.

More Americans than ever are stressed.1 And globally, 64 percent of people blame an “always on” work culture as a direct cause of that stress.2 It’s not surprising then that the 2019 Cigna...

We've been there too, trying to make a health care decision and having no idea where to start. In fact, more than half of American adults struggle to understand and navigate the complexities of...

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...

As a prescriber of opioids, dentists play an important role in addressing the opioid epidemic. As part of a long-standing commitment to help curb opioid addiction and overdose, Cigna has partnered...

According to an annual Survey of American Happiness only 33 percent of Americans report being happy.

Pregnancy is a life-changing event, and there are few things more exciting – or nerve-wracking – than expecting a baby.

Individuals and families spend a lot of time planning for activities, like a relaxing weekend getaway or an upcoming summer vacation. But, how much time do they spend thinking about and planning...

Cigna is moving from volume to value, resulting in better quality care for customers

How much does oral health impact wellness including self-esteem? Turns out, a lot.

At Cigna, we understand that compassion and community efforts help solve problems. Shame and blame do not.

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

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.

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...

Roughly 30 million people – 14% of adults in the U.S. - have diabetes and 4% don't even know they have the disease, according to a September 2018 report from the Centers for Disease Control and...

With nearly 55% of U.S. households projected to have a smart speaker by 2022 , finding answers about your health insurance may be as simple as asking Alexa.

Cigna International Markets recently launched the Cigna 360° Well-being Score initiative to help people better understand their own personal perceptions on what makes for a healthy life.