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As Breast Cancer Awareness Month wraps up, we’re reminded of the progress being made every day toward earlier detection. Optum continues to advance AI-powered tools that enhance image clarity to support radiologists in detecting cancer earlier — bringing greater confidence to every scan. Read more on how we’re strengthening the role of breast screenings: optum.co/nxkt9u

Every day, Optum pharmacists bring more than expertise into work — they bring heart. Throughout #AmericanPharmacistsMonth, we’ve celebrated their personal journeys and professional dedication. Showing that care doesn’t stop at the pharmacy counter. Take Tim, for example. With nearly 25 years of experience and a lifelong commitment to helping others, he’s part of the pharmacist team behind Optum Home Delivery. The team provides 24/7 virtual support and makes sure medications arrive safely and on time. See how we’re making pharmacy care more personal, more accessible, and more compassionate. https://optum.co/v9t0ap

The energy at #HLTHUSA was electric, and Optum Real was at the center of it. As leaders came together to talk about making healthcare work better, Optum introduced a new standard for how the claims process can work. Powered by AI, Optum Real connects health plans and care providers in real time and gives patients clearer answers up front about their coverage and benefits. Learn more: https://optum.co/3kmoo5

How does someone who can’t eat or drink cross the finish line of a marathon? Kristi knows the answer. Kristi lives with gastroparesis — a condition that prevents her stomach from properly digesting food. Instead of eating and drinking by mouth, she receives vital nutrients through an IV. With support from her Optum dietitian and Optum Infusion Pharmacy, Kristi didn’t just manage her condition, she ran a marathon. She showed that with the right care, even the most extraordinary goals are within reach. At Optum, we empower people to live fully, even in the face of complex conditions. Learn how our infusion services can help you or someone you love: https://optumin.co/1wwv65

The current claims process is slow and confusing. We believe there’s a better way for everyone, and Optum Real is how we make it possible. It’s the first real-time claims system powered by responsible AI — built for providers and health plans to finally fix one of the most frustrating problems in healthcare: the claims and reimbursement process. Learn how we’re setting a new standard in healthcare. https://optum.co/ok20id

GLP-1s are being studied in hundreds of clinical trials for potential new uses — from Alzheimer’s to arthritis. As these new applications emerge, demand is expected to surge further, bringing fresh challenges for access and affordability. Employers, health plans and government organizations can take proactive steps today to stay ahead of the curve. Explore the latest edition of Pharmacy Insights and learn how to navigate what’s next. ⤵️

Nearly half of adults face mental health challenges, yet stigma and limited access often keep people from getting help. World Mental Health Day is a meaningful moment at Optum — a reminder of why we’re committed to making mental health support easier to reach and kinder when it arrives. Optum Behavioral Care brings together a nationwide network of mental health professionals who help people of every age feel seen, heard and supported. Through local clinics and virtual visits, we’re making it easier to take that first step. Learn more about how we’re supporting mental health in communities across the country: https://optumin.co/bfa92w

No parent expects a NICU stay. But when it happens, support matters. One Optum nurse met a scared, unprepared mom with compassion and clarity — right when she needed it most. Through our Neonatal Resource Services, moms like Megan get clinical guidance, emotional support and coordinated care from day one. 👉 Learn more about our Wellbeing Program: https://optum.co/ypualz

Health care shouldn’t be another hurdle for Veterans making the difficult transition from military to civilian life. But too often, Veterans face delays or gaps in care — especially in mental and behavioral health. At Optum, we're listening to Veterans to improve how we serve. After more than 200 hours of interviews with those who’ve served, and the family members and caregivers who’ve supported them, we’ve gained valuable insights into their needs and where the entire system can do better. Better care for those who served starts with understanding their journey. Optum Serve leaders share what we’ve learned from the study and why it matters: https://optumin.co/bi9svl

Pharmacists make care personal. Whether it’s answering a quick question or guiding someone through a complex treatment, pharmacists help people feel confident in their medications and supported in their health journey. October is American Pharmacists Month, and we’re proud to celebrate pharmacists across the industry — especially those at Optum who go above and beyond every day. From community pharmacies to home delivery, infusion services to specialty medications, Optum pharmacists are there to ensure people get the medicine they need, with care they can count on. We thank all pharmacists for your expertise, compassion and dedication. You’re essential to making health care work better for everyone. Meet some of the incredible pharmacists at Optum and see how we’re transforming the care experience. ⤵️ #AmericanPharmacistsMonth