Although American adults continue to struggle with their physical, emotional, and financial health and well-being, a new study from The Cigna Group has found that their optimism is up year over year.

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 finds seniors exhibit a higher degree of vitality than any other age group.

The Cigna Group has a number of different programs in place to ensure that we are fostering a more inclusive workplace for our Hispanic coworkers, and we are also making a positive impact on Hispanic Americans living in the communities that we serve.

The Cigna Group’s annual Global Women’s Summit, a two-day employee experience featuring motivational sessions, panels, and presentations from industry experts and inspiring leaders across the enterprise.

Learn more about The Cigna Group's innovative approaches to improving health equity from Dr. Neema Stephens, who recently presented on the topic during a workshop at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

Learn more about the impact of Healthier Kids For Our Future, The Cigna Group Foundation’s $25 million initiative to fight food insecurity and improve the mental health and emotional well-being of children.

In this episode of the Health Unscripted Podcast, Katya Andresen, chief digital and analytics officer at The Cigna Group, discusses achieving customer-centricity in health care – starting with the consumer and their needs, then building diverse teams to get the best (but not always the easiest) answer or solution.

Noelle Eder is executive vice president and global chief information officer at The Cigna Group. She has made a career of leading technology and business transformations, and shares with us some of the biggest lessons she’s learned in leading technology transformation at The Cigna Group, Capital One, and Hilton.

People with disabilities are more likely to experience greater health disparities than people without disabilities. Read more about The Cigna Group's efforts and ongoing commitment to help people of all abilities connect to the information and services they need to achieve their best possible health.

As we continue our work in the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) space, we have a lot to be proud of. See the findings of our Diversity Scorecard, which focuses on our DEI work across three areas: Culture and coworkers, clients and customers, and communities.

The Cigna Group is committed to hiring, serving, and supporting people of all abilities. We’re proud to share that The Cigna Group was recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion,” by Disability:IN.

The Cigna Group's annual Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, which reports on our overall ESG performance, covers activities, and performance in the previous calendar-year. Read on for a message from our leadership on the launch of this year's report.

Learn how The Cigna Group actively supports the LGBTQ+ community both within our workforce and in the communities we serve, including our customers, clients, and partners.

Juneteenth is a time to celebrate and honor the contributions of the African American and Black community throughout history. And while we have made a lot of progress as a society in working toward inclusion and equality for all – there is more work to be done.

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.

The Cigna Group’s Chairman and CEO David Cordani sat down with military veterans from the Achilles Freedom team to discuss the power of community, exploring ways to push the boundaries of physical and mental achievement and how to foster a sense of belonging.

Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are a fast-growing population that represent a myriad of cultures, languages, and traditions. Unfortunately, members of this community can face many challenges to achieving optimal health, wellness, and vitality.

The Cigna Group has been named #14 on DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity. To celebrate this prestigious award, we look at The Cigna Group's achievements and how we are fostering a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable business culture and building healthier communities for those we serve.

Our mission is to improve the health and vitality of those we serve. We have both the opportunity and responsibility to bring this mission to life not only for our customers, clients, and communities, but for society as a whole. Learn more about our strategy to champion those efforts.

In our first episode of "Health Unscripted," a new podcast from The Cigna Group, our chairman and CEO David Cordani, shares his perspective on leading a purpose-driven organization.

Learn more about the Brave of Heart Fund and its lasting impact to inspire and uplift future generations and to support the families of frontline health care workers who lost their lives in the fight against COVID-19.

Gone are the days when the primary purpose of a corporation was to maximize profits, said David Cordani, Chairman and CEO of The Cigna Group, during a discussion last week at the Memphis Economic Club in Tennessee. Read on to understand The Cigna Group's three-part, purpose-built engagement framework.

Read more about the three Health Equity Action Award winners and how their programs are bringing health equity to life in the communities they serve.

In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women's Day, learn about the ways in which The Cigna Group supports women both at our company and in the communities we serve.

We asked people from around our enterprise to reflect on their personal and professional connection to Black History Month (also known as Black Futures Month).

African American/Black adults are all too familiar with the impact of health disparities in America. Learn how we're investing in solutions to address health literacy, inclusivity, and economic, environmental, and social support systems – all designed to make a meaningful impact on health equity.

We reached out to leaders across The Cigna Group and asked them to share their prediction on what the future of healthcare will look like. Their responses point to a healthcare experience that is digital-first, personalized for the individual, seamless and connected, and most importantly, patient-centric.

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.

This Veterans Day, we’re reflecting on our commitment to support veterans and those currently serving who selflessly dedicate their lives to protecting our country.

Cigna developed the Evernorth Vitality Index to fill an emerging need as people and businesses recover from the pandemic and look to improve health and well-being.

We sat down with some of the employees who participated in our recent, coordinated, week of volunteerism to hear about ways they volunteered their time.

Learn more about the different ways Cigna is taking action to protect, empower, and uphold a diverse workforce, and meet some of our external partners and internal employee resource groups that help us to achieve our diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.

Fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is more than just the right thing to do. It can drive measurable business impact. We take a look at some statistics that demonstrate the impact that a diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy can have on workforces and business results.

As part of our Cigna Connects program, we are advancing a wide range of environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. Keep reading to get a pulse on key actions we took throughout 2021 to continue our ESG leadership.

For nearly 15 years, Cigna has promoted the identification of health disparities and influenced the development of solutions that result in improved outcomes among our customers, our workforce, and in the communities we serve. We do this by utilizing a variety of data sources and tools that allow us to analyze customer populations to understand their potential health disadvantages.

Cigna's Diversity Scorecard report looks at our company's goal-oriented approach to diversity, equity and inclusion, highlighting actions we’re taking to make meaningful change in three key areas — colleagues, clinical, and communities. Have a look at some of the programs and initiatives from 2021 that we are most proud of across these three important areas.

As we mark the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 2022, we’re taking a closer look at color blindness and encouraging employers to drive awareness among their employees.

Cigna has a dedicated team whose sole focus is making health equity a part of how our company does business. Get an inside look on how the team is driving meaningful change across our organization.

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.

At Cigna, partnering with and supporting diverse suppliers is a key part of our strategy to deliver on our mission to improve the health, well-being, and peace of mind of those we serve.

It is crucial for organizations to recognize different forms of bias and work to support women in the workplace. To learn how we can collectively break patterns of conscious and unconscious bias, we spoke with three Cigna leaders who shared personal experiences and guidance.

To celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we asked women across Cigna Corporation to share a piece of career advice with their younger selves.

Admiration from peers is the ultimate praise, which is what makes Fortune’s annual “World’s Most Admired Companies,” among the cream of the crop in recognition.

We look at some best practices and tips for getting the most of your HR analytics when it comes to fostering DEI at your company.

Worldwide, Gen Z has surpassed millennials as the largest generation, making up 32% of the global population. This group of individuals is very different from generations past. In this article we look at some important facts about Generation Z, which point to how this cohort has the potential to impact workplace norms.

In this exclusive interview, Cindy Ryan, chief human resources officer at Cigna Corporation, discusses the benefits of employees having a sense of purpose at work, as well as some ways organizations can help encourage a more purpose-driven workplace culture.

Growing up in a low-income Hispanic community in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, Dr. Luis Torres saw how his opportunities were not the same as those of a different race and socioeconomic background. Learn about his upcoming work in the CEO Action for Racial Equity (CEOARE) fellowship.

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.

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

With the holidays in full swing, the Cigna Foundation is celebrating the season of giving with new partnerships that are meant to improve the lives of children and students – of all ages and education levels.

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.

Today, one in four people in America have a disability. We take a look at how and why employers are on the hook to drive disability awareness, equity, and inclusion, and offer advice on how to do so.

Healthy employees are good for business. Period.

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

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 and FedEx are intentional about recruiting, hiring, and retaining veterans — and we are better companies as a result.

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. That's why we will be celebrating...

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.

Cigna is committed to creating and supporting a diverse supplier base — one that is reflective of our customer base. One way we are doing that is through the Cigna Supplier Mentor Protégé Program.

At Cigna, we are committed to making a positive, lasting impact on people we serve, communities in which we live and work, and the environment.

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

Dr. Paris DeSoto Butler has dedicated his career to reducing health care disparities and increasing the representation of minorities among surgeons.

We recently had an opportunity to sit down with our Enterprise DEI Council to discuss what DEI means to them.

Cigna’s longstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is deeply rooted in the company’s values and reinforced every day by its workforce. In an effort to continuously...

Having a culture that respects and celebrates what makes each of us unique fuels our mission and drives forward innovation that enables us to better serve our customers, clients, partners and...

At Cigna, we know we work best when we truly accept and celebrate our differences, and feel like we belong. Inclusion and equity runs strong in our culture because, in order to best serve our...

Cigna earned a score of 100 percent on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRC) 2021 Corporate Equality Index.

Cigna is a proud member of CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion, the largest CEO-driven business commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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

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...

This year has accelerated the need for action and meaningful societal change.

Cigna and DiversityInc partnered this week to host a powerful discussion about systemic racism and pervasive inequality in America.

Cigna earned a score of 100% on the 2020 Disability Equality Index (DEI) and has been named a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion.

Cigna is committed to making health care more affordable, predictable and simple for all.

For the sixth year in a row, Cigna earned a spot among the top 100 companies in the United States for outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance.

As a leadership team – and even more so, as human beings – we wanted to acknowledge the heartbreaking events of this past week which have left people and communities grieving in the U.S.

Cigna has earned recognition among the Top 50 diverse, inclusive and equitable companies in the nation.

Cigna has established has set an ambitious goal to reach gender parity among leadership within five years.

In today’s world, most of us strive to bring our best selves to the places where we work, live and play every day. But how does unconscious bias impede some of those efforts before we even start...

Shortness of breath, chest discomfort, dizziness… if it happened to you, would you be able to recognize the signs of a heart attack? To help raise awareness of heart health risks, especially...

For the 30,000+ participating each year, the Boston Marathon is more than a race.

For many women in business, the road less traveled can lead to career achievement.

Our survey helped us better understand how U.S. workers feel about their jobs, and how they protect the financial security they enjoy through earning a steady paycheck. Review some of the key...

What began in 2015 as an effort to provide healthy food to underserved children in Atlanta, has blossomed into a deep and multi-faceted relationship between Cigna and a local school.

By Susan Stith, vice president of diversity, inclusion, civic affairs and the Cigna Foundation For more than 12 million American children, the next meal may not come with options, or worse, is not...