| Issue 11 | October, 2009 |
Aetna launches new website for women entrepreneurs Aetna has developed a robust resource to help women business owners manage the health of their business, the well-being of their employees and their personal life. The website, www.aetnawomenatwork.com, features pertinent information, videos, events, education courses and more, to help women balance their often dual roles as business and family caregivers and decision-makers. "Female leadership of companies is changing how businesses are organized, managed and insured," said Mary Claire Bonner, head of Aetna Local and Regional Business. "Our work with women-led companies has taught us that the idea of communities – places where different people come together to share interests, goals and values – is central to their success. This is how we have developed the benefits plans and tools needed to serve the health and well-being of companies led by women.” The site content is built around three core areas: healthy business, healthy family and healthy life, and it offers information intended to improve the lives of women business owners, the lives of their employees and their families. “We understand the unique challenges facing women-led businesses, and small businesses in general,” said Bonner. “Aetnawomenatwork.com is another tangible example of our commitment to developing health and wellness solutions that deliver real value to this business segment.” | ||||||
| HEALTH CARE REFORM | |
| Aetna and the Aetna Foundation sponsor Health Affairs issue offering solutions to address rising health care costs Aetna joined with Health Affairs, the preeminent journal of health policy, as the primary sponsor of its September/October issue. The issue focuses on “Bending the Cost Curve” in health care spending, bringing together the perspectives of leading health researchers and health policy experts to examine the drivers behind growing health care costs, and offer real world solutions that are helping to control rising costs now. The September/October issue was unveiled in early September at an event in Washington, D.C., where health policy experts, researchers and lawmakers gathered to explore these issues in depth, and it covers a variety of topics, including:
To learn more or view a video of the event visit www.bendingthecostcurve.com. |
| AWARDS AND RECOGNITION | |
Quenia Abreu, President of New York Women's Chamber of Commerce, and Miguel Centeno, VP of Strategic Market Development, Aetna. | Aetna recognized by the New York Women's Chamber of Commerce Aetna's efforts to support women-led businesses were recognized by the New York Women's Chamber of Commerce during the 2009 Annual New York Women of Excellence Awards. The event celebrates the accomplishments of women who have excelled in different industries and who have contributed to the economic development of women and ignited an entrepreneurial spirit in their communities. Miguel Centeno, Vice President of Strategic Market Development, represented Aetna and accepted the corporate award on its behalf. "Aetna has supported women entrepreneurs through a variety of programs and services, and to be recognized for our efforts is a true measurement of our success. We look forward to continue supporting meaningful partnerships to benefit women entrepreneurs," said Centeno. The celebratory event took place on September 25th, 2009 in Manhattan, NYC. |
| COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS | |||||||
Win a free ticket! The first 5 readers to email us, will win a free ticket for the event. Request yours now! | Five courtesy tickets: Aetna and New York Enterprise Report women entrepreneur networking reception Aetna teamed up with the NY Enterprise Report and is sponsoring the NYC Women Business Leaders Networking Reception, an event designed to recognize leadership and support women in business. This event is the culmination of an exclusive video series, "In Her Shoes," in which three successful women entrepreneurs share their experiences and lessons learned. Meet the featured entrepreneurs as well as other like-minded business owners from throughout the tri-state area. In a casual setting, attendees will be able to network with business owners from top companies and find their next client. Drinks and hors d'ouvres will be served. For more details and featured entrepreneurs descriptions, click here.
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| WELLNESS CORNER | |
Flu season and H1N1 vaccine The seasonal flu vaccine is available now. Check with your doctor, or watch for notices in your community, at retail clinics or from your employer about where you can get the seasonal flu vaccine. The government is working to make the H1N1 vaccine available in October. Since it takes time to make and test the new vaccine, there may not be enough vaccine right away for everyone. Groups at high risk of getting H1N1 should get it first. This includes:
The next group after this is healthy adults 25-64 years old. The final group is adults 65 and older. Your physician and local or state health departments are the best sources for information about when and where vaccines will be available in your area. Read more. | |