17 July 2023: Cancer affects far too many people. It's a word that can strike fear into our hearts, but there are steps we can take to reduce our risk of developing this dreaded disease. Whether you're young or old, rich or poor, cancer doesn't discriminate. Here are some simple ways to reduce your chances of getting cancer.
26 May 2023: There are many different types of medical aid co-payments for treatments and procedures that your medical aid might need you to pay for yourself. In this blog we unpack the different types of co-payments and provide tips on how to avoid or reduce them.
10 May 2023: Medical aid shortfalls can be a major financial burden for many medical aid members. This occurs when your medical aid pays less than what your doctor charges, leaving you with a bill to pay. These shortfalls can be avoided if you take the right steps.
03 April 2023: If you are a member of a South African medical aid and are considering taking out gap cover, then there are a few important things to look out for to ensure you get the best policy for your needs.
16 March 2023: We all know that it is important to look after your teeth but going to the dentist is not only unpleasant; it is also often very expensive. Luckily there is a way to make the cost of going to the dentist a little easier on the pocket by planning ahead and getting Zestlife Dental Cover.
03 March 2023: Even with a medical aid, you may still be responsible for certain out-of-pocket expenses such as hospital co-payments, deductibles and fees for medical specialists that exceed your medical aid’s rates. Gap cover is designed to help cover these additional expenses, so you don't have to pay for them out of your own pocket.
26 January 2023: Following on from our previous article “Best Medical Aids & Gap Cover For Young Working Professionals and Students in 2023” we provide more detail on what happens when your medical aid does not cover specialist treatment costs in full and whether you really need gap cover.
25 January 2023: Finding the right medical aid or gap cover option as a young individual, just starting out in the workplace, or coming off of a parent’s insurance policies can be daunting. That is why we have identified 3 top medical aid options for single individuals under the age of 35.
12 August 2022: Medical aids charge child rates for dependents under the age of 21. If you have a child or children covered under your medical aid that are approaching adulthood or if they have already turned 21 it’s important to know the rules of your scheme.
27 May 2022: Visiting a dentist has become increasingly expensive for South Africans, and therefore often a neglected health care need. If you’re not a member of a medical scheme that offers a separate dental benefit, you’ll have to cover the costs from your own pocket or use a large portion of your annual medical aid savings to cover this expense.
