FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Cigna Honors Members of Armed Forces as Presenting Sponsor
of the 43rd Marine Corps Marathon
QUANTICO, Va. and BLOOMFIELD, Conn. - May 31, 2018 - Global health service
company Cigna (NYSE:CI) has joined the 43rd Marine Corps Marathon® (MCM) as
a presenting sponsor to honor and thank U.S. military members, veterans and
their families and to support health and wellness in the community. The MCM
has traditionally been recognized for the enthusiastic dedication and
steadfast patriotism demonstrated by the more than 30,000 runners and a
multitude of spectators participating in the historic 26.2-mile journey
through the nation's capital.
"Cigna's Marine Corps Marathon sponsorship reflects our gratitude for the
service of military men and women, and for the sacrifices made by their
families," said David M. Cordani, President and CEO of Cigna. "I am awed by
the sheer force of the human spirit and by what each person can achieve
with the support of a strong and caring community - both of which are on
full display during the Marine Corps Marathon."
"The Marine Corps Marathon is a celebratory event that recognizes the
honor, courage and commitment of both the runners and the Marines. Cigna is
an ideal partner in this mission. Renowned leaders in the healthcare field,
Cigna has demonstrated an on-going and sincere appreciation for the
military community and the veterans who have served our country," said Rick
Nealis, Director, Marine Corps Marathon Organization.
In support of its mission to improve the health, well-being and sense of
security of the people and communities it serves, Cigna will also be the
presenting sponsor of the MCM Health & Fitness Expo. Cigna's cross-country
Go. Know. Take Control® Health Improvement Tour will have its mobile clinic
on site and will provide free individual health screenings for four key
numbers: blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and Body Mass Index
(BMI). Health coaches will be on site at the Expo to explain to people what
their numbers mean and offer next steps to manage health. The two-day Expo
is located at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National
Harbor, Maryland on Oct. 26-27, 2018. The Cigna Health Improvement Tour
mobile unit will also be at the Finish Festival on October 28.
In addition to serving as a presenting sponsor, Team Cigna runners will
participate in the MCM and the MCM10K on Oct. 28, 2018. The team will
include Cigna employees, executives, clients and partners, including
Achilles International, a non-profit organization that helps people with
disabilities participate in mainstream athletic events. Several Team Cigna
employees will serve as guides to Achilles runners and employees will also
serve as MCM event volunteers.
Cigna's sponsorship of the Marine Corps Marathon adds to an array of Cigna
initiatives designed to encourage health and wellness and to support
veterans nationwide. For example, Cigna offers a National Veteran Support
Line for veterans, their families, and caregivers - available at no cost by
calling 855-244-6211, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, as well as
mindfulness groups exclusively for veterans. The Cigna Foundation has
provided grant funding to the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
(IAVA) to help expand its Rapid Response Referral Program.
In addition, Cigna has also earned the designation as a Military Friendly®
Employer by Victory Media and has a dedicated Colleague Resource Group
within the company that focuses on the needs of employees and customers who
are veterans, as well as veterans and their caregivers within the
communities where Cigna operates.
About Marine Corps Marathon Organization:
The Marine Corps Marathon (MCM), known as "The People's Marathon," promotes
physical fitness and generates community goodwill while showcasing the high
standards and discipline of the United States Marine Corps. Annually ranked
as one of the largest marathons in the US and the world, the MCM welcomes
runners from all 50 states and more than 60 countries. The 43rd MCM,
coordinated by the Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO), will be held
Oct. 28, 2018 in Arlington, VA. The MCM is presented by Arlington County,
Brooks, Cigna and Leidos. No federal or Marine Corps endorsement is
implied. #RunWithTheMarines
About Cigna:
Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) is a global health service company dedicated
to helping people improve their health, well-being and sense of security.
All products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating
subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation, including Connecticut General Life
Insurance Company, Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company, Life Insurance
Company of North America and Cigna Life Insurance Company of New York. Such
products and services include an integrated suite of health services, such
as medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental
benefits, and other related products including group life, accident and
disability insurance. Cigna maintains sales capability in over 30 countries
and jurisdictions, and has more than 95 million customer relationships
throughout the world. To learn more about Cigna®, including links to follow
us on Facebook or Twitter, visit https://www.cigna.com. For more
information about Cigna's proposed acquisition of Express Scripts, please
visit http://www.makinghealthcaresimple.com
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