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Message from Cigna Healthcare Spokesperson

Leah Cotterill, CEO, Cigna Healthcare Middle East and Africa, said: 

The Well-being & Health Pulse in the UAE captures a population with strong well-being foundations, but also a more complex set of pressures shaping everyday health.

Conducted in April 2026 with 380 respondents across the UAE, the study assesses overall wellbeing across six key pillars: physical, mental, financial, social, family, and workplace wellbeing.

Key insights include:

• 79% remain optimistic about the near future
• 89% feel physically safe where they are
• 48% plan to stay in the UAE for more than 10 years

These findings point to strong underlying resilience, with many residents feeling safe, connected, and confident about the future despite regional tensions.

At the same time, the research highlights the continued impact of financial pressures, workplace demands, family responsibilities, and factors such as stress, sleep, and mental resilience on day-to-day wellbeing.

Access the full study here.

About Cigna Healthcare

Cigna Healthcare is a global health service company dedicated to helping people improve their health and vitality. With a heritage of over 250 years, Cigna Healthcare is committed to its promise of being together all the way in providing health care, clinical management, and wellness programs to employers, individuals, and governments around the world.

Operating for more than 19 years in the Middle East region, Cigna Healthcare serves the GCC markets and Lebanon through its locally regulated entities. The company delivers both health and wellness services to individuals, employers, and government entities in the region.

With a deep-rooted understanding of the African market, a regional presence in Kenya and a dedicated claims team servicing over 250,000 members, Cigna Healthcare provides extensive coverage across the continent, ensuring access to health care solutions for local companies and multi-national corporations alike. [The coverage spans several countries, including but not limited to Morocco, Kenya, Uganda, Mauritius, Tanzania, Nigeria, Ghana, Mozambique, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Zambia]

Cigna Healthcare maintains a global sales capability in 30 countries and jurisdictions, employing over 72,000 people who service more than 164 million customer relationships. To learn more about Cigna Healthcare, visit www.cigna-me.com.