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Creating a better health care experience for women

Women's health care should go beyond reproductive health and address each stage of a woman's life during the ordinary and extraordinary moments. 

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At Cigna Healthcare, women are seen, heard and understood

From complex gynecological care and menopause support, to whole-person and preventive care, women deserve a better and more personalized health care experience, built on compassion, respect and listening. 

Women and health care today

 

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"As a Black woman who is also a mom who was very mindful of my care during pregnancy this rings home and true for me... I have access to some of the best health care in the country, but it might not have been that way for my Nana or even my great greatmother."

- Regina Jones, VP Operations, President Pharmacy & Care Delivery, Evernorth Health Services

Hear Regina's Story >

    

 

Learn about the women's health gap on season two of The Visibility Gap podcast

 

Season two of The Visibility Gap podcast is available. The new season, hosted by Dr. Jen Ashton, focuses on the women's health gap—exploring the unseen health challenges women face and the impact on their lives, families, workplace, and health care in general. 

Be sure to subscribe to The Visibility Gap so you don't miss anything. 

Reimagining women’s health

 

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Virtual gynecology visits

Virtual visits are becoming increasingly popular in gynecology. Some benefits include reduced wait times, increased access to care and improved communication. 

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Fertility and maternity 

Combining clinical, pharmacy, and mental health during maternity and fertility services helps improve maternal and infant health outcomes and may help reduce health care costs. 

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Perimenopause and menopause

To support peri- and menopausal women, health care professionals should provide comprehensive care that address both physical and mental health and empower women to make informed decisions about their health. 

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Early cancer detection and support

When cancer is detected in its early stages, it is often more treatable, with less aggressive therapies and higher cure rates. 

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Preventive and whole person care

Whole person care is crucial for women as it addresses their unique physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs, contributing to better overall health outcomes and improved quality of life. 


  1. Kharraz, Oliver. Stat News, "Long waits to see a doctor are a public health crisis." May 2023. 
  2. Gebreyes, K, et al. "What's causing US women to skip or delay medical care?" Deloitte. September 10, 2024. 
  3. "The State of Women... Isn't Working." The Skimm State of Women/Harris Poll 2023. March 9, 2023.