My Special Aflac Duck® goes prime time with Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders

Company Overview - Aflac Incorporated is a Fortune 500 company that has provided financial protection and peace of mind for over 68 years to millions of policyholders and customers through its subsidiaries in the U.S. and Japan [5] - In the U.S., Aflac is the leading provider of supplemental health insurance products, while in Japan, it is the top provider of cancer and medical insurance in terms of policies in force [5] My Special Aflac Duck Program - The My Special Aflac Duck program aims to provide comfort to pediatric patients with cancer and sickle cell disease by helping them prepare for medical procedures and cope with treatment-related distress [2][3] - Since its introduction in 2018, nearly 31,000 My Special Aflac Ducks have been delivered to children in the U.S., Japan, and Northern Ireland, with the program expanding to include sickle cell patients in 2022 [3] - The duck was developed in consultation with over 100 children, families, and medical professionals, and has been recognized as one of Time Magazine's 50 Best Inventions [2][3] Clinical Study and Impact - A three-year clinical study conducted by Emory University confirmed that My Special Aflac Duck helps reduce stress and anxiety for children facing cancer and sickle cell disease [2][3] - Aflac has contributed over $182 million to childhood cancer and blood disorders treatment and research since 1995, demonstrating its long-standing commitment to these causes [3] Community Engagement - Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders participated in delivering My Special Aflac Ducks to children at Children's Hospital Colorado, highlighting the company's efforts to engage with the community and provide support [1][2][4] - Aflac encourages healthcare providers, support organizations, and families to order My Special Aflac Duck free of charge for eligible children [4]