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Optum Care Network Utah has launched a new Optum Mobile Clinic to enhance access to preventive and wellness care, targeting barriers such as scheduling, transportation, and workload. This initiative is crucial as 41% of U.S. adults delayed or avoided care due to COVID-19. The mobile clinic addresses chronic illnesses, offering various health services, and aims to increase annual preventive care to 85% by 2030. Serving 10 counties, it provides dedicated one-hour appointments for Medicare Advantage patients and collaborative care through Optum's extensive network.

UnitedHealthcare is launching the 2021 Step Up for Summer Sweepstakes and World Record Challenge aiming to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the most pledges for a health campaign in one month. From June 15 to July 15, participants can pledge to prioritize their health, with UnitedHealthcare donating $1 for each of the first 60,000 pledges, totaling $60,000 to select Boys & Girls Clubs for sports equipment. The initiative promotes healthier lifestyles, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, with over 100 fitness-related prizes available to participants.

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) held its 2021 annual shareholder meeting, where all nominees to the Board of Directors were elected, including Richard T. Burke and Andrew Witty. Shareholders approved executive compensation and ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent accounting firm. Additionally, the Board announced a cash dividend of $1.45 per share, payable on June 29, 2021. A proposal to reduce the share ownership threshold for special meetings was rejected.

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Louisiana has allocated $275,000 in maternal health grants to seven organizations to enhance health outcomes and reduce disparities in maternal care. The funding aims to help over 100 pregnant women and provide support services like prenatal education and lactation assistance. CEO Karl Lirette emphasized the commitment to addressing Louisiana's maternal health crisis. This initiative is part of broader efforts by UnitedHealthcare to tackle maternal health issues nationwide, including $5 million in recent philanthropic contributions.

The United Health Foundation has initiated a three-year, $3 million collaboration with CAMBA, Inc. to enhance access to prenatal care for underserved and homeless women in Brooklyn. The initiative aims to reduce maternal and infant morbidity rates by deploying Community Health Workers to approximately 500 women annually. This partnership addresses health disparities and improves outcomes for vulnerable populations. Recent rankings show New York among the lowest for access to adequate prenatal care, highlighting the urgent need for this initiative.

The United Health Foundation has announced a $3 million grant to Valle del Sol Community Health to improve health care access for school-age children in underserved communities in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The initiative, launching in July, aims to serve nearly 11,000 children over three years through mobile medical teams offering primary care and behavioral health services. This effort addresses a critical need, as nearly 60% of Arizona’s children lack a primary care provider. The foundation's commitment emphasizes its goal to enhance health care accessibility and community well-being.

Bassett Healthcare Network has announced a strategic collaboration with Optum to enhance clinical and operational performance in Central New York. This partnership aims to improve patient care through advanced technology, analytics, and revenue cycle management. Optum will provide services that allow Bassett to modernize operations, expand access to care, and improve financial stability. Approximately 500 Bassett employees will transition to Optum, gaining new skills and opportunities. Both organizations are committed to enhancing healthcare quality and patient experiences in the region.

USMD, part of Optum and UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has launched three new cancer care centers in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, with two more expected in June. These centers aim to enhance cancer treatment accessibility and offer advanced precision medicine tailored to individual needs. Notably, Texas faces a high cancer prevalence, with over 133,000 new cases anticipated in 2021. Dr. Gerald Edelman highlights the holistic care approach, ensuring support throughout the treatment journey, including financial counseling and social resource access.