Aetna Releases 2009 Annual Report, ‘Creating Value, Shaping The Future’

HARTFORD, Conn., April 12, 2010 — Aetna (NYSE: AET) today released its 2009 Annual Report, “Creating Value, Shaping the Future.”   For the second year in a row, the report is in an all-electronic format – and seeks to add an innovative dimension by featuring 16 video segments, including seven from external constituents.  The seven videos, featuring a Medicare Advantage member, a physician, a broker, a nonprofit organization and three employers, offer viewers a chance to see Aetna’s external constituents explain in their own words how Aetna adds value to them.

In addition, the Annual Report features certain financial highlights, an interactive Board of Directors page, and notable rewards and recognition. The move to an all-electronic format reflects Aetna’s decision to find relevant ways to better engage readers, conserve fiscal resources and respect the environment.

The report is available at www.aetna.com/2009annualreport.

About Aetna
Aetna is one of the nation’s leading diversified health care benefits companies, serving approximately 36.1 million people with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care.  Aetna offers a broad range of traditional and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, group life and disability plans, and medical management capabilities and health care management services for Medicaid plans.  Our customers include employer groups, individuals, college students, part-time and hourly workers, health plans, governmental units, government-sponsored plans, labor groups and expatriates.  For more information, see www.aetna.com.