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Quarantined seniors face unseen dangers
Self-isolation is especially hard on seniors. We're helping them cope. You can, too.Article - April 5, 2020 -
From homelessness to health: Our commitment
CVS Health is committed to reaching beyond its retail pharmacy counters to build healthy communities.Article - March 17, 2020 -
Making communities stronger by volunteering time, talent and resources
CVS Health lawyers are working pro bono to help Hartford residents pay their utility bills – part of our commitment to making communities stronger by volunteering our time, talent and resources.Article - February 25, 2020 -
The #1 killer of women: Shining a light on cardiovascular diseaseThe number one killer of women is cardiovascular disease. In this episode, we got the opportunity to sit down with four heart disease and stroke survivors. Hear their stories of recovery and hope — and why we need to talk about women’s heart health.Article - February 24, 2020
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Addressing social isolation among seniorsAs part of a more holistic view of senior health, Aetna Medicare is addressing loneliness among the elderly population to get members on a path to better health.Article - February 12, 2020
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CVS Health Invests $67 Million in Affordable Housing Across the Country in 2019 Press Release - February 11, 2020 -
The impact of our investments
Our investments have included Gateway Pointe, a mixed-income community in Georgia that celebrated its ribbon-cutting (above) in the fall of 2019.Article - March 3, 2020 -
Community joins forces to live healthy in Miami’s Little HavanaIn this episode, Healthy Communities News takes viewers inside the collaborative effort to improve the lives and health of the residents of this storied area of one of the country's most populous cities.Article - January 29, 2020
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Supporting the fight against HIV/AIDS
This World AIDS Day, we’re recognizing the progress made in the fight against the disease by teaming up with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to help further reduce the spread of the HIV virus.Article - December 4, 2019 -
Cutting hair and hypertension at Nashville barbershopsBarbershops are not just places to get a shave and a haircut. For African-American communities, they can also become havens for much-needed health care services.Article - November 19, 2019
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Milken Institute Facilitates Meaningful Discussion on the Social Determinants of Health
Our Chief Policy and External Affairs Officer recently joined a panel discussion to talk about the ways we’re addressing locally the factors that impact overall health.Article - November 13, 2019 -
New Aetna Medicare programs help combat social isolation, improve health outcomes Press Release - November 13, 2019 -
Rewriting Their Stories: Collaborative Treatment for Trafficking Victims
We’re helping build healthier communities in Arizona by tackling the growing epidemic of human trafficking through a unique, holistic treatment program.Article - October 25, 2019 -
Aetna’s 2020 Medicare plans connect members with more personalized care and benefits in their homes and communities Press Release - October 24, 2019 -
Building trust and rebuilding a community in LouisvilleWe visited Louisville to learn more about a group of longtime residents driving efforts to help revitalize their neighborhood — and they’re doing it in partnership with the government.Article - October 22, 2019
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Free Screenings, Helpful Advice and a Visit from Pro Athletes at Project Health
We’re bringing care to neighborhoods that need it most with nearly 600 Project Health events taking place in multicultural, underserved communities around the country.Article - October 15, 2019