We scoured the web to find 15 of the most interesting stats on how consumers engage with health care online. The stats demonstrate that digital experiences in health care can help improve patient engagement, adherence to medical treatment, and even health outcomes.

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.

Healthy employees are good for business. Period.

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.

New research from global consulting firm EY encourages companies both within and outside of the health care industry to consider health equity as a strategic imperative.

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.

Cigna President and CEO David Cordani, and Accenture Chair and CEO Julie Sweet recently sat down to discuss the future of work and why employee experience must be rooted in health and well-being.

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.

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

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

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

The impetus will be on employers to ensure that their people experience a smooth transition to going back to the office.

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.

Senior executives and general employees agree that workforce health and well-being are critical components of business success, according to new study by The Economist Intelligence Unit. Both...

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...

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...

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.

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.

Every doctor, nurse, pharmacist and health care worker on the front line continues to make incredible sacrifices as the global pandemic persists.

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...

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...

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.

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, our lives have been turned upside down. This is also true for children. To help parents keep their children physically and emotionally healthy, Cigna Medical...

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...