At Cigna, we believe that there are four key areas where a health plan can contribute to a business’s growth strategy.

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.

Four years ago, Sondra Workman lost a loved one to suicide. As she grieved, she pledged to do something to help others: to learn and share techniques that can help prevent suicides. Cigna, her employer, gave her paid time off work and funding to amplify her efforts through its Community Ambassadors Fellowship program.

It’s been a challenging summer already for many older Americans, and it’s not over yet.

There have been many innovations in the last few years aimed at helping people manage their weight safely and effectively. Newer weight-loss regimens may include prescription weight-loss drugs, as well as tools and support for medication adherence and life-style changes.

Cigna’s leaders gathered recently in New York City for our first in-person Investor Day since the pandemic began. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer David Cordani and other company leaders spoke with the investment community and shareholders, illustrating the many ways we are delivering on our mission and investing in a rapidly changing future.

According to numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 50% of people in the United States will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder at some point in their lifetime. Yet less than half of these individuals will seek the treatment they need.

Behavioral health disorders – which include dementia – affect one in five adults over 55, and older men have the highest suicide rate of any age group or gender. If you or a loved one are dealing with a behavioral health issue, these self-care tips can help.

New data from Morning Consult, commissioned by Cigna, finds that more than half of U.S. adults (58%) are considered lonely, and that loneliness and mental health concerns often go hand-in-hand.

Having conversations with our kids about their mental health can be tough, but it’s an important way to maximize and support their overall health and well-being. For inspiration on how to proceed, we asked Cigna employees to share what works for them. Continue reading for their tips and suggestions.

Cigna Chairman and CEO David Cordani sat down with Arianna Huffington, CEO of Thrive Global, to talk about worsening mental health among teens, the promise of pharmacological innovation, virtual care and the profound power of micro-communities.

Th effects of the pandemic on teenage mental health is putting overwhelming demands on working parents, according to new research by Economist Impact, which was commissioned by Cigna.

The South Asian population is one of the fastest growing ethnic groups within the United States. The community is diverse – comprised of individuals with roots in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka – and faces a number of health care disparities.

The stresses and strains of the COVID-19 pandemic have also had an impact on substance use. According to research, about 49% of the U.S. workforce has either an alcohol or substance misuse problem. We look at some of the ways employers can make the space for people with an alcohol or drug misuse problem to come forward and get help.

New research cements the notion that employers need to take an active role in employee mental health.

Building on the success of last year’s inaugural event, Cigna hosted the 2022 Global Women’s Leadership Summit – featuring motivational sessions, panels, and presentations from industry experts and Cigna leaders.

Ginger founder Karan Singh sits down with us to talk about mental health and how digital technology has the power to remove barriers to access and bring more personalized care to all.

We need to move beyond looking only at physical health – and understand that the mind and the body are connected and both contribute to health and well-being.

David Evans and Associates, Inc., partnered with Cigna to reimagine its employee well-being strategy during the pandemic. The professional services consultancy moved away from just focusing on physical health to providing employees with more holistic support.

COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on the health and well-being of children.

Let's take a look at supplemental features that might appeal to the broad spectrum of Medicare beneficiaries in various situations and stages of life.

Cigna has announced an additional $450 million investment in Cigna Ventures, our corporate venture fund focused on finding and partnering with health tech startups as they look to become a catalyst for bold new opportunities to improve people's health and make health care more affordable, simple, and predictable.

Accredo specialty pharmacists, nurses and passionate customer advocates work hard to educate patients about their medications and provide them with the resources they need to manage their conditions.

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.

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, three in five adults reported feelings of loneliness. These feelings, as well as stress, anxiety and depression, have intensified as the pandemic lingers.

Cleaning teeth and preventing cavities are important, but regular dental care for children is about much more than that. A variety of issues, such as how teeth are aligned, can cause lasting problems unless they are caught and addressed early on, said Dr. Cary Sun, Cigna’s chief dental officer.

To better understand the virtual care landscape we sat down with Dr. William Lopez, national medical director for virtual care at Evernorth, Cigna Corporation’s health services business. Read on to get some insights around how virtual care will augment and complement the health care experience.

In addition to issues accessing tests, the accuracy of home tests is often questioned – along with how to select the best tests, how to use them, and when to use them. In this article, we answer some of the most common questions about at-home testing and more.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, parents might feel like they’re scrambling to keep up with the best ways to safeguard their children. We asked Dr. Steve Miller, Cigna clinical advisor, for his latest guidance based on parents’ most common questions.

How will you prioritize your mental health and well-being in 2022? Read on for tips, experiences, and lessons-learned from some of our friends here at Cigna Corporation.

Cigna CHRO Cindy Ryan discusses the people-focused transformation happening within businesses today and how it will shape the future of work in terms of how work gets done, when it gets done, and where it gets done. Read on for her expertise on what HR professionals need to do differently in 2022—and beyond.

Five Cigna health coaches provide tips and words of encouragement to help people along the road to healthier habits.

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

Cigna Corporation Chairman and CEO David Cordani spoke with J.P. Morgan's Lisa Gill about the opportunities ahead in pharmaceutical innovation and personalized health care services.

Cigna Ventures, the strategic venture fund of Cigna Corporation, is tasked with unlocking bold new opportunities to improve people's health and make health care more affordable, simple, and predictable.

For those of us who are covered by a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) it’s currently the time of the year when deductibles reset. However, even during the deductible stage, you can take steps to minimize your costs while maximizing your health. Here’s how.

Many businesses are quickly scrambling to find ways to hold onto their talent, but they don’t always have the clarity needed to understand the underlying causes of the Great Resignation. While there are multiple reasons driving this mass exodus, not feeling valued and a lack of belonging are the top drivers, according to a recent study from the global consulting firm, McKinsey & Company.

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.

A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association finds that family members of children with serious pediatric illness have higher physical and mental health care needs.

Here are four areas of health care employers should keep a close eye on.

We reached out to leaders across Cigna Corporation and asked them to share their professional New Year’s resolution: What they aim to accomplish in 2022. Their answers point to a number of trends in business and leadership.

Ask children what they’re afraid of, and getting a shot is often high on the list. Helping them prepare for their COVID-19 vaccines can ease the apprehension for parent and child alike.

Among Black Americans, in particular, a great deal of mental health stigma persists.

As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) prepare to widen eligibility for COVID-19 boosters, many people are wondering if they should get their shot – especially with upcoming holiday travel and recent increases in COVID-19 cases across the country.

Research from Cigna International Markets suggests that working parents have shown greater positivity and resilience than most in the face of the pandemic.

Cigna’s health services business, Evernorth, has released research that links receiving behavioral outpatient care to lower total health care costs.

Kidney care in the U.S. is fundamentally broken. The status quo is not serving patients, or their providers.

Whether you’re trying to select an Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace plan, Medicare or Medicare Advantage plan, or an employer-sponsored plan, you’ll have a variety of choices – which can make your choice complicated.

A new report finds that a serious health event doesn’t just take a toll on a person’s physical health, it can also affect one's mental health and make them feel as if they’ve lost control.

The COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with the rise of digital technology, is driving massive shifts in consumer preferences and demographics. These dynamics have prompted older adults, their loved ones, and the health care industry at large to rethink what care should look like for Americans 65+ going forward.

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

There are many obvious benefits to pet parenting — unconditional love and limitless affection, for example. But there are also health benefits to living with a dog or cat that aren’t as well-known, particularly for older Americans.

In celebration of National Family Caregivers month this November, we decided to deep dive into the type of care and support America’s caregivers need.

In this exclusive interview, Cigna's Dr. Joe Nicholson deep dives into the skills and characteristics that are inherent in resilient people, as well as why resilience is critical for both veterans and their families.

Deployments can take a toll on the mental health of veterans and active duty members. In this article, we feature expertise from Army Staff Sgt. Earl Granville (pictured on the left), and others, around how we can better support veterans and break down mental health stigma.

November is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) awareness month and in recognition we are clearing up some common misconceptions about this respiratory condition.

In just 18 months, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed everything about life as we know it, including what employees have come to expect from their employers.

Nearly 40 years ago, there were no known therapies to treat HIV. While there is still no cure for the HIV virus, improvements in treatment have made it possible for patients to live long and active lives.

Experts from Cigna, Accenture, Economist Impact, and Business Group on Health sat down earlier this month to discuss employee expectations in today’s hybrid work environment, the impact of stress and burnout on business growth, as well as best practices to manage employee health and well-being.

Fall is in full swing and carved pumpkins, costumes, and spooky decorations are front-and-center. But with October 31st around the corner, we know there’s one tradition on kids’ minds: Halloween candy.

Fortune Anchor and Senior Special Correspondent Susie Gharib sat down with Cigna President and CEO David Cordani for a fireside chat on what the future of health care will look like.

Elise Labott, adjunct professor at American University, and David Cordani, president and CEO of Cigna, recently chatted about how the COVID-19 pandemic has upended the workplace, driving greater focus on employee health and well-being.

As American businesses navigate new ways of working amid the pandemic, a recent survey of executives and employees from across six of the biggest industries suggests that a focus on individual health can help strengthen business performance.

We lift the curtain on Cigna's Behavioral Center of Excellence, which acts as an innovation lab of sorts, helping teams across the company address the challenges both our customers and employees face. Get an inside look at the innovation coming from this team.

Identity theft can have an enormous toll on a person’s emotional, mental, and even physical health. Read on for tips on how to protect yourself.

Julia Brncic, senior vice president, chief counsel, and corporate secretary at Cigna, discusses how employers can create a more resilient workforce by empowering and supporting working women and caregivers.

In this exclusive interview, a Cigna employee shares her story of overcoming an anxiety disorder, and how Cigna was there to help.

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.

COVID-19 gave workforces a taste of remote work, which has raised questions about what the future of work should look like. According to Gartner, the future of work and employee well-being will require a hybrid approach.

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.

Many people don’t know that good dental health is key to maintaining whole-person health – especially for people with certain medical conditions.

Cigna's Jonathan Prokup speaks to his involvement with Achilles, deep diving into why it’s an important program for our company.

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.

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...

Virtual work offers flexibility and convenience – but as many people at Cigna and other places of work have learned over the past year, it means missing out on impromptu conversations with...

For many working parents, who have been hit particularly hard during the pandemic, the line between personal and professional lives has never been more blurred. They have to make sure their...

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.

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...

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.

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...

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

Cigna and Evernorth leaders spoke with investors, analysts and other business leaders Looking back, 2020 was a year that no one will ever forget. For Cigna, it further accelerated a number of...

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.

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...

Cigna's commitment to active and retired military members and their families runs deep, in the workplace, to the customers and communities we serve and beyond. Veterans Day each November 11 is a...

Resilience – or our ability to quickly recover from life’s challenges – can be positively impacted by our connections to others. The Cigna Resilience Index [PDF] found people who have a...

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...