Health care Knowledge for Global Expats

What is Duty of Care

Duty of care helps build trust and support long term productivity. Learn what is duty of care and its importance in the workplace for your employees.

Role of Telehealth Services in Employee Wellbeing

From booking appointments online to consulting doctors over a call, learn how virtual care and telehealth services have made managing healthcare easier.

What is Health Insurance and Why is it Important

Learn about the benefits of health insurance including how it can protect you from financial burdens of huge medical bills while providing preventative care.

Dental Insurance Coverage & Benefits

Learn all about dental insurance in UAE, including its importance and the dental insurance benefits offered by the Cigna Healthguard and Healthy Connect Plan.

Learn About Medical Evacuation & Repatriation Insurance

Most travel medical policies cover the medical evacuation. Find out everything here that you need to know about medical evacuation & repatriation insurance.

All about Abu Dhabi Health Insurance Law

Learn all about the mandatory Abu Dhabi health insurance law and its various implications on the residents, employers, employees and their dependents.

Vision Insurance Coverage & Benefits

Learn all about vision insurance, including its importance & benefits as well as the vision insurance coverage offered by the Cigna Health Connect Module

Maternity Insurance Coverage & Benefits In UAE

Cigna healthguard maternity insurance plan will help parents protect against the costs of having a child. Learn more about pregnancy insurance in UAE.

The Best Group Health Insurance for Small Businesses

Finding the best small business health insurance is a big challenge for owners. Learn how to choose the group health insurance options for your small business.

UAE’s Overall Wellbeing Index Remains Strong in 2020 Despite Challenges

How much does group health insurance cost?

Group health insurance cost is influenced by many factors such as deductible/premium amount, coverage options, number of employees, etc. Click to learn more

Guide to mandatory health insurance law in Dubai

Learn about the mandatory medical insurance law in Dubai and its various implications on residents, employers, employees and their dependents.

Health Insurance Solutions in the Middle East for Individuals and Families

At Cigna, we offer flexible and affordable health insurance plans in the Middle East to ensure that every person we serve gets the health solutions they need.

Why Is Having A Good Group Health Insurance Important?

A good group health insurance policy helps both employers and employees to perform better and build mutual trust along with tax-saving opportunity. Know more here!

How Much Does Small Business Health Insurance Cost?

Enquire at Cigna for Small Business Health Insurance Cost and basic benefits like inpatient, outpatient, maternity, and emergency services covered under the chosen rate.

Why is Cigna considered one of the best medical insurance companies

As one of the best medical insurance companies in Dubai, we strive to deliver the best healthcare options to improve peoples’ health and wellbeing. Learn More

Why Cigna Is The Best Health Insurance Provider For You

Cigna stands apart from the medical insurance companies In Abu Dhabi because we at Cigna provide the most flexible and affordable range of health insurance plans.

Why Cigna is one of the best health insurance companies in the UAE

Cigna ensures all the healthcare you need with the flexible and affordable health insurance plan at Ajman. Having the right health insurance is what you need.

What makes Cigna the best medical insurance company in the middle east

Cigna is amongst the leading companies that offer the Best Health Insurance in Sharjah. We provide the best possible treatment outcome plans for your healthcare.

Cigna Foundation Teams Up with Cup of Uji Kenya, Contributes US$200,000 to Fund Meals for Children

Cigna Foundation has partnered with Cup of Uji Kenya, a school feeding program founded by Hope Alive Campaign, a community based organization, to reduce food insecurity among primary school children in Kenya. In line with the partnership, the Cigna Foundation has contributed US$200,000 to fund nutritious meals for children and nurture their health and well-being.

UAE Health Index Stronger than Global Average despite Prevailing Always-on Culture

Cigna announced the results of its first COVID-19 Global Impact Study, a new series of studies from Cigna and part of the annual Cigna 360 Well-Being Survey.

Cigna Middle East Supports Government Initiatives in UAE and Lebanon to Give Back to the Community

The Importance of Employee Assistance Programs

With the rising levels of stress in the workplace, it is essential for employee to have a resource they can turn to. Employees face several challenges that include – and are not limited to – coworker conflicts, heavy workloads, job security and personal problems.

CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) OUTBREAK

CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) OUTBREAK: Read more for helpful information and FAQs about the virus.

4 Ways to Stick to Health-Based New Year’s Resolutions

Trying to run a marathon or lose 20 kilos? An ambitious goal can often inspire not only yourself, but also others around you. With enough support and perseverance, you can do it! Break up these goals into small steps that take you forward. Make a list of tasks that start with the easy stuff. The more boxes you check off, the more inclined you’ll be to get all the way to the end!

5 Tips for a Healthier Workplace

Your job is a big part of your life, but it is important to know how you can lift your mood up on the days you might not be having such a great time. Consider the following tips for how to have a happy work-life.

How to Avoid Employee Burnout

With 77% of the UAE’s workforce feeling like they work in an “always on” environment, it is inevitable that employees may start feeling burnt out. Employee burnout can lead to some serious problems like increased absenteeism, decreased productivity, and changes in behavior that affect your team. But how can you spot the signs of burnout?

How to Create Stress Free Environment

The fight to stay afloat and build a successful company that makes its mark governs professionals across the globe. As an employer, it is only natural to feel that your employees are feeling stressed now and then at the workplace.

Workplace stress for women

Everyone in today’s supercharged workplaces experiences stress, and the ‘have it all’ generation of women is feeling the strain, with working women facing more stress than their male counterparts. The 2019 Cigna 360⁰ Well-Being Survey reveals workplace stress is on the rise in the UAE, with the burden tilting more towards women.

Sandwich Generation Feeling The Squeeze

If you are juggling raising kids, caring for your parents, older relatives, neighbors and/or friends, then you’re not alone. The ‘sandwich generation’, that is typically in the 35-49 age group, shoulders multigenerational responsibilities, and the path is not always an easy one. With 62% of its population belonging to this age group, this is a key demographic for the UAE as per the 2019 Cigna 360⁰ Well-Being Survey.

A Healthy Workplace: Getting to the Heart of Employee Wellness and Health

The UAE remains high in several major rankings for lifestyle diseases globally, particularly heart conditions and diabetes. On average, people in the UAE die of heart attacks almost 20 years earlier than the rest of the world. According to the 2019 Cigna 360⁰ Well-Being Survey, heart disease and high blood pressure are still on the rise in the country. The results revealed several key health indicators that highlight the importance of workplace wellness programs (WWP) for health awareness and disease prevention.

Cigna 360 Well-being Survey

UAE, Dubai – April 22, 2019 – Global health service company Cigna Corporation (NYSE:CI) today released the results of its annual 2019 Cigna 360 Well-Being Survey - Well and Beyond that indicates an improvement in the overall health and well-being index of the UAE population by 1.4 points over 2018.

Wellbeing Benefits Module

We have combined our global expertise with local knowledge to create flexible plans to meet various needs of employees, individuals or their family.

Dedicated Wellness Team

For all Cigna members, providing promotional packages through engaging and championing support. A dedicated Cigna team crafting and implementing strategies as well as delivering tailored content in order to build successful awareness initiatives.

Clincal Case Management

Cigna offers best-in-class clinical resources at global and local levels, allowing for the effective adjudication of medical necessity, orthodoxy and appropriately-priced treatment

Workplace stress can kill employee productivity and health

Anyone who has ever had a job has, at some point, felt the pressure of work-related stress. Any occupation can have stressful elements – even if you love what you do. From time to time, you may experience pressure in meeting a deadline or fulfilling a challenging task. However, when work stress becomes recurrent, it can be overwhelming – and damaging to both physical and emotional well-being.

How to Keep Fit and Healthy During the Festive Season

It’s the time of year when invitations to company and social holiday parties flood our inboxes and we tend to overindulge in food, drink and retail therapy. While you don’t have to deprive yourself of fun outings with colleagues and loved ones, practicing mindfulness and restraint is key.

Here's Why You Should Exercise When Travelling For Work

There a lot of reasons that makes exercising difficult when you're working overseas, such as jet lag, unfamiliar surroundings, and too many meetings. Additionally, employees who find it difficult to exercise during the day are 96% less likely to be productive, which is more of a reason to be active. Here’s how to add some fitness to your timetable no matter where you are.

4 Ways to increase employee productivity

Companies around the world are struggling with the complex issues of employee health and well-being, which has proven to have a direct impact on productivity. Absenteeism, wherein employees take days off regularly, is arguably a challenge faced by employers today. Adding to this burden is the high incidence of low productivity caused due to presenteeism, wherein employees attend work Offer being sick.

Is employee engagement on the decline? Here’s how to address it.

According to data from Gallup’s 2017 State of American Workplace report, only 33 percent of workers reported being productively engaged in 2016 and employee engagement rose only three percent from 2012 - 2016. This statistic is a clear indication of workers’ sentiment around the subject and a call to action for leaders to reconsider some of the current initiatives in place at their companies.

How to Help Your Employees Get Heart Healthy

Heart disease is one of the top causes of death in the world, and the situation is especially acute in the UAE. To inspire your employees to get heart-healthy now, you need to make prevention a part of your company culture and encourage behavioral changes within the framework of your workplace wellness program.

Cigna at IHF 2018

Lianne Braganza-D'Sylva, Chief Marketing Officer of Cigna Insurance Middle East, highlighted some of these changes at the International Health Insurance Forum 2018 Middle East and Africa event that ran from September 11 to 13 in Dubai.

Stress Is a Working Reality

45% of working days lost are due to stress, anxiety or depression—here’s how you can help.

4 Key Findings About Health and Wellness in the UAE

To monitor overall wellness, our survey looked at 5 key components—physical health, financial health, work health, family health and social health. When compared to 12 other countries, the UAE ranks 5th.

Health Products

Read more about healthcare knowledge and how Cigna Global Expat Health Insurance provides medical insurance and health services for employees across the world.

Cigna Acquires ZIME

Cigna Corporation, a global health services company, today announced the acquisition of general insurer, Zurich Insurance Middle East (SAL).

Cigna Healthguard Launches in Dubai

Cigna has launched Cigna HealthguardSM, an individual insurance and wellness solution specially tailored for residents of Dubai.

Moving to France Country Guide

Breathtaking scenery, irresistible cuisine and an ultra-stylish capital... France is one of Europe's most liveable countries.

Moving to Dubai Country Guide

Dubai is one of the seven separate emirates that make up The United Arab Emirates (UAE). Known for its super-modern skyline of futuristic skyscrapers and being a haven for luxury shoppers, its expat lifestyle is attractive to many.

How Cigna helps Governments: Case Studies

When your citizens are working, studying or traveling abroad, offer them the quality care – and peace of mind – with Cigna's global reach

Meet Cigna's Doctors on the Ground

After ten years of working in humanitarian aid, Dr Inge Shrever joined Cigna to help bring the very best medical care to people working in the far-flung corners of the world

4 Ways Employers Can Encourage a Stress-Free Workplace

As increasingly competitive work environments continue to blur the boundaries between work and home, people are spending more time with their colleagues than ever before.

What Makes An Effective Workplace Wellness Program

Workplace wellness programs are growing in popularity with good reason. Aiding your employees in their efforts to become healthier is a clear win for both parties.

Cigna Eyes Rapid Expansion in the ME

Cigna Corporation (NYSE:CI), the global health services company, has officially opened its new office in the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).

Cigna MEA Brokers Event

Cigna concluded its first ever Middle East and Africa Brokers Event on Accelerating Healthcare Innovation, on Monday 5th March, 2018.

The Impact of Absenteeism

The US economy loses over $2 billion to absenteeism each year, with the cost per employee ranging from $16 to $286 per day.¹ Learn about its impact on the MENA region.

Cigna Launches Wellbeing App

A new health and well-being app which makes it easier for employers to help their employees navigate to better health.

5 Easy Ways to Step Up Productivity at Your Workplace

1 in 4 employees don’t get enough exercise and employees who find it difficult to exercise during the day are 96% less likely to be productive.

The Digital Revolution

During Dubai Investment Week, Hough Gough, CEO of Cigna EMEA and Head of Health Solutions, participated in a panel discussion on the impact of technology on the healthcare sector.

Download the Cigna Wellbeing App

No matter where you are, you can have Cigna's team of wellness and medical experts there for you - with the new Cigna Wellbeing App.

Help Prevent Workplace Injury and Absenteeism

Here are some easy, cost-effective ways to help your employees prevent musculoskeletal disorders.

How Can We Help?

From practical advice and getting prescriptions to emergency evacuations and life-saving treatment, discover some of the ways we've helped our customers.

Your Brand Plays an Important Role in Attracting Right Talent

A recent survey that examined the growing talent war across Africa yielded one interesting conclusion: your company’s brand is a leading factor in attracting and retaining employees.

Employers with Diverse Populations

Countries in the Middle East have very high percentages of expats within their populations. But you may be surprised at how high those numbers are. In the United Arab Emirates, the number is 80%.

Access Cigna Envoy to Manage Plans

For everyone at your workplace, Cigna Envoy makes managing health plans faster, easier and more convenient. Encourage your team members and the rest of your employees to download it now.

4 Tips To Return To Work Refreshed

When your expatriate and globally mobile employees head home for the holidays, they face unique situations that may lead to a stressful, exhausting visit. Here are four tips.

Cigna Survey Findings

Middle East experience a stepping stone to career success but expatriate professionals fall short in language and cross cultural training, cigna survey finds.

How Can You Encourage Your Employees To Be More Physically Active?

Studies show that more opportunities for physical activity at work lead to healthier employees, stronger job performance, and a boost to the business bottom line via decreased healthcare costs and improved productivity. To motivate employees to put their health first, the best place to start is within the company culture. Promoting a culture of physical activity helps protect that investment and maximize the returns in cost savings, cost avoidance, productivity and human capital. Here are some proven ways.