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Avoiding the Singapore Sling

There are almost 100,000 expats of all nationalities living and working in Singapore. This Asian hub is often seen as a safe place to experience Asia, with its clean modern facilities, containing aspects of culture from the whole region. Expats planning to relocate to Singapore have very little to worry about with regards to healthcare. Singapore’s healthcare system is of a high quality, so with good health insurance and sensible precautions, residents usually have very little risk of developing serious medical conditions through infection. However, it is likely that if you are living in Singapore, that you will frequently visit the surrounding region, where the risks of infection are far greater.

New child health solutions gives parents peace of mind

A new private health insurance, specifically designed for children, has been launched this week. Child Health Solutions has been uniquely tailored for children, allowing affordable private medical health insurance and complete peace of mind for parents.

PruHealth designates 4th May as Death of the Diet Day

Research conducted by PruHealth, the private health insurance company that rewards policyholders for being healthy, found that people expected their January health kicks to last for, on average, 123 days. This therefore means that Monday 4 May was the day most people fell off the health wagon.

BUPA comment on Tesco Health Insurance launch

Steve Flanagan, commercial director for BUPA Health Insurance, said: "People may pay less for Tesco health insurance but it could cost them dearly in the end.

Tesco to offer health insurance

Tesco Personal Finance is to shake up the private medical insurance market, with new products offering prices at up to 32 per cent lower than comparable providers.

Sunderland Homecare Associates chooses Healthsure for mutual benefit

Employees at Sunderland Homecare Associates can be confident that they are working for one of the region’s healthiest organisations, with the news that it has teamed up with a like-minded organisation in order to help keep its workforce happy and healthy.

Cash in on your New Year ‘New You’ resolutions with PruHealth

Vowing to ‘get fit’ and ‘sort out our finances’ are two of the most common New Year’s resolutions in the UK, and this year PruHealth, the innovative private medical insurer, can help people keep both pledges with its six months free gym membership and other healthy discount offers.

Shropshire care service celebrates healthy award

One of the leading healthcare cashplan providers, HealthSure has developed an exciting initiative for selected corporate clients that demonstrate a high level of commitment to the health and well-being of their workforce.

Catalogue firm gets healthy make over

As the recent recipients of a prestigious HealthSure Healthy Workplace award, employees at Manchester-based, JD Williams, can rest assure that their employers are committed to providing a healthy working environment.

Longer working lives may result in complementary therapy rise

Working longer in life may cause an increase in demand for complementary therapies, latest research by health plan provider HSA has revealed.

Medical Protection Society commended as healthy workplace

One of the largest independent healthcare intermediaries in the UK has introduced a HealthSure healthcare cash plan for all 180 employees.

Manchester City Council recognised for employee health strategy

Manchester City Council has been presented with a prestigious Healthy Workplace award in recognition of its proactive employee health management strategy.

Cost is barrier to health screening for many women

Research from private medical insurer PruHealth reveals that four in five women (79 per cent) have never been for a full body health screening to detect for chronic diseases, such as breast cancer or heart disease. And almost a third (30 per cent) of women have never even been to their GP for a general health check.

HSA’s new Dental Plan is proving a success

HSA’s Dental plan is already proving a success with over 13,000 policies sold since its launch in October 2006.

HSA relaunches WorkWell plan

HSA is delighted to announce that it is relaunching the popular WorkWell plan, to include new key benefits.

Matters of the heart

An estimated one billion Valentine’s Day cards are sent worldwide every year on the 14 February. Many are sent anonymously as the sender will want to keep their identity a secret so as to protect their ‘heart’ and feelings, in case their romantic gesture is not reciprocated.

Consultants say insurers should monitor them

Three quarters of consultants expect health insurers to take some responsibility for measuring and monitoring the effectiveness of specialists, research shows.

BUPA upgrades award winning critical illness plans

BUPA Individual Protection has announced changes to its award winning critical illness plans effective from 25th April.

Boots launches private medical insurance on the high street

Boots, the UK’s leading health and beauty retailer, has announced a partnership agreement with PruHealth to launch private medical insurance (PMI) in its 1,500 Boots stores.

Free cover for kids with Tesco Health Insurance

For a limited time, Tesco Health Insurance is giving customers who buy either a Premium or Core policy free cover for their children for the first year.

UK public predicts a deterioration in the nation’s oral health

The UK public has little faith in the future of NHS dental care, a recent survey by health and dental plan provider HSA has revealed.

Council committed to employee health and well-being

A local council has shown its commitment to employees by introducing a healthplan from healthcare provider LHF Healthplan.

New BUPA website sizes up weight loss surgery

BUPA Hospitals is helping to make weight loss surgery more accessible by providing people with quick and comprehensive information on its new website.

Brits happy to lend toothbrush to somebody else

Most Britons would be happy to lend their toothbrush to somebody else according to a new UK-wide dental survey.

HSA helps Alzheimer’s Society’s helpline on its busiest year

HSA, part of the Simplyhealth group, has helped the Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Helpline with its busiest year on record!

PruHealth announces deals with Virgin Active, Cannons and LA Fitness

PruHealth, the innovative private health insurer, has announced three exclusive gym deals with Virgin Active, Cannons and LA Fitness to enable its members to stay fit and healthy with access to top quality gyms.

Everybody outside for class

Pupils at a primary school in Manchester will be enjoying outdoor science lessons this term thanks to BUPA.

BUPA response to launch of Boots medical insurance

Buyer beware: pain not gain with hefty no claims discounts for health insurance.

BUPA response to launch of mycancerdrugs.org.uk

Commenting on the launch of mycancerdrugs.org.uk Fiona Harris, head of personal markets for BUPA Health Insurance said: "When it comes to cancer, finding out what's wrong with you quickly is vital because the sooner you are diagnosed, the better your chances of recovery. The WPA cancer plan provides cover for a list of cancer drugs. But drugs are just one element of cancer care. At BUPA we offer full refund for cancer diagnosis and treatment, irrespective of family history and there are no limits for out-patient cancer treatments.

BUPA: Popularity of Private Medical Insurance

Fergus Kee, managing director of BUPA UK Health Insurance, said: “The ABI’s figures confirm the continued relevance and importance of private healthcare. Our research shows that for 65 percent of Britons, access to clean hospitals is the most important reason for taking out PMI. MRSA and general hospital hygiene are clearly top concerns for people. The other top reasons people gave include no waiting, speed of access to specialists and the ability to see the same consultant throughout their treatment.

Popularity of Personal Private Medical Insurance grows

For the first time in recent years, the number of subscribers to personal Private Medical Insurance (PMI) policies has grown year-on-year.

HSA backs change in law for UK workers

The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has recently announced that is has found less than half of UK employers made flexible working available, compared to 90% in mainland Europe.

Finance companies failing to address sickness absence

Nearly half of all companies within the financial sector do not have a strategy in place to reduce sickness absence, despite the fact that nearly 50% of employees have 6 or more days off sick each year.

BUPA's green fingered volunteers redevelop garden at local hospital

'His' and 'hers' gardens were created for psychiatric patients at Manchester's Prestwich Hospital by volunteers from BUPA Health Insurance in Salford Quays.

BUPA hospitals chooses new name to in-spire

BUPA Hospitals have today unveiled the name which they will use when they become independent from the BUPA Group.

BUPA response to Laing and Buisson PMI market data

Fergus Kee, managing director of BUPA UK Health Insurance, said: “Laing and Buisson’s confirmation of the rise in demand for pmi confirms the continued relevance and importance of private healthcare. We have seen strong growth, particularly in the number of individuals buying PMI, either for the first time or transferring from other providers. Their reasons for purchase are reflected in our research which shows that for 65 percent of Britons, access to clean hospitals is the most important reason for taking out PMI. MRSA and general hospital hygiene are clearly top concerns for people. The other top reasons people gave include no waiting, speed of access to specialists and the ability to see the same consultant throughout their treatment.

PruHealth upgrades gym offer

Innovative private medical insurer, PruHealth, has today upgraded its gym offering bringing it closer to the company’s core philosophy of rewarding members for being healthy. The concept is simple: the more you to go the gym, the less you pay for your membership. And, if you go twice a week or more on average – depending on which gym you go to - you could soon be paying nothing at all.

BUPA lands three-year deal with Whitbread

BUPA Health Insurance has been appointed to provide private healthcare to around 1,500 Whitbread team members for the next three years.

Be headstrong at work

It’s time to Be Headstrong in the office. That was the message released from the Alzheimer’s Society, who have teamed up with healthcare benefits provider HSA to release their top work place tips for reducing the risk of dementia.

Go on, give up smoking and reward yourself with PruHealth!

For many people the smoking ban that comes into effect on 1 July 2007 does not a come moment too soon.

Guide to making dental care affordable

HSA has updated the popular “Guide to making dental care affordable” booklet, produced in association with the British Dental Health Foundation.

Tesco to offer free dental accident cover

Tesco Personal Finance is to shake up the dental insurance market by offering customers a free dental accident plan alongside two new dental insurance products.

BUPA International offers 24 hour online chat

BUPA International's 700,000 members can now enjoy immediate 24-hour, personal access to a customer adviser from wherever they are in the world, thanks to the launch of Webchat.

Younger adults open their minds to private medical insurance

Higher expectations of healthcare in the UK are leading to an increasing acceptance of private medical insurance (PMI), especially within the 18-24 market, BUPA's national Health of the Nation survey reveals.

HSA donates £70,000 to hospice community grants scheme

Help the Hospices, the national charity for the hospice movement, has received a donation of £70,000 from HSA, Healthplan provider and part of Simplyhealth Group. This will fund Help the Hospice’s Regional and Outreach Training Grants programme which provides financial assistance to hospices throughout the UK to enable them to run specialist courses, study days and conferences for professionals in their local communities.

PruHealth and Sainsbury’s partner to encourage healthy eating

PruHealth, the innovative private medical insurer, announced today it has partnered with leading supermarket Sainsbury’s in a move that could see PruHealth PMI customers rewarded for buying fresh fruit and vegetables at Sainsbury’s.

Families in future healthcare plight

Latest research released by Healthplan provider HSA reveals a worrying picture for the future health of the UK.

Stoke celebrates BUPA's extended provision of care

Stoke-on-Trent's very own darts legend Phil Taylor opens a community fete, on behalf of BUPA's Stadium Court Care Home, on Saturday 18 August.

Critical illness cover is not wasted on the young

‘Youth is wasted on the young’ but it appears insurance isn't. Research from moneysupermarket.com shows the average age to buy critical illness cover (CIC) is 33.

Virgin Media picks BUPA for three year partnership

BUPA Health Insurance has been appointed to provide private healthcare to around 13,000 employees of entertainment and communications company Virgin Media for the next three years.

HSA: Tesco entering the dental insurance market

Chris Harrison, Managing Director from HSA comments: “Tesco entering the dental insurance market is an indication that consumers are taking a greater responsibility for funding their dental treatment and maintenance. And, we would welcome any company that helps raise awareness of the importance of oral health and the current issues surrounding dentistry.

BUPA ahead of the game

In anticipation of future Welfare Reform changes, BUPA has amended its Group Income Protection product so that individuals can receive a maximum benefit of 75% of their income, regardless of any state incapacity benefit entitlement.

Care and cover for expats

According to ONS, 500 Brits leave every day to live or work abroad but many countries do not offer free healthcare and American Express discusses what happened to one expat who was fortunate to be covered with its International Healthcare Plan.

Make life easier...with BUPA

BUPA Group Risk has introduced a new approach to forward underwriting to make it easier for clients and intermediaries to switch business to BUPA.

PruHealth partner with Boots to make health checks accessible in-store

PruHealth announced today a new screening partnership with high-street chemist Boots to make it easier for SME and Corporate members, and Boots PMI customers to undertake health checks once a year within selected larger Boots stores.

No NHS for 180,000 Brits leaving UK

Over 500 Britons leave the country every day to live and work abroad, but how many have planned their healthcare arrangements asks American Express Insurance Services.

Fair Investment: increase in PMI

David Doulton, Director of Fair Investment, the price comparison website, comments on ABI findings that the number of subscribers to personal Private Medical Insurance (PMI) policies has gone up.

New PMI guidelines will improve clarity for consumers

The ABI (Association of British Insurers) has published new guidance that updates the definitions of medical terms used in all Private Medical Insurance (PMI) policy documents and information, and introduces guidelines to explain PMI cover for cancer.

FSCS to protect customers of Your Health Plus Insurance Services

The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) is stepping in to help customers of Your Health Plus Insurance Services Limited, Stylus House, London Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 2UT who may have lost money after the firm went into administration. FSCS has now declared this firm in default.

Tesco offers 20% saving to health cover customers who switch

Tesco launched health insurance in January to open up the market by offering quality private medical cover at low prices and in an independent price check, Tesco Health Insurance has proved cheaper than other major providers.

Cash in on your New Year’s resolution for a healthier lifestyle

Getting fit, quitting smoking and eating healthily are three of the most common New Year resolutions we often pledge to follow.

Free dental accident cover ends on Friday 14 December

Until next Friday customers can sign up for free dental accident cover with Tesco Dental Insurance. No dental checks are necessary and there is no maximum age.

Britons are making themselves ill with worry

Non-stop worrying is damaging the health of millions of Britons by triggering a range of unhealthy behaviours, from sleepless nights to loss of sex drive and erratic eating habits, according to a new report by BUPA, the UK’s leading provider of health and care.

PruHealth and eBay join forces to help make you healthier

PruHealth, the innovative private medical insurer, has partnered with eBay.co.uk, the UK’s largest online marketplace, to offer Vitality points on items purchased in the Sporting Goods category.

Stress awareness day blues for UK companies

Employers will never crack the work-related stress conundrum unless they fully understand, and communicate to employees, the benefits of psychological health and wellbeing, says BUPA on National Stress Awareness Day.

Private healthcare beckons as NHS bugs Brits

Inquiries for private medical insurance more than doubled in September compared with the previous month, according to new research from Fair Investment Company.

Brits put off visiting the dentist because of cost

HSA’s Annual Dental Survey has revealed that 1 in 5 of UK adults have put off visiting the dentist because they are concerned about the cost.

Free Oral-B electric toothbrush with Tesco Dental Insurance

Tesco is offering customers a free Oral-B ProfessionalCare 5000XL electric toothbrush when they take out Dental Insurance underwritten by AXA PPP healthcare.

Protect your teeth and collect 1,200 Clubcard points from Tesco

Until 5 March, Tesco is offering customers 1,200 free Clubcard points to customers when they take out Dental Insurance underwritten by AXA PPP healthcare.

Tesco offers three months free health insurance

Tesco Health Insurance is offering new customers a full year’s cover for the price of nine months, saving up to £219.45 over the year. The offer is only available until the 5th of March. Customers who choose Tesco Health Insurance, buy now and pay four months later.

Want to know what HSA has up its Sleeve?

Ever had your conscience nagging at you? “Go to the dentist?”, “Get your blood pressure checked?” Well, “Hey, jus’ say!”

UK’s favourite smile

It has been revealed that Kylie Minogue is the owner of the nation’s favourite smile, according to a survey conducted by Tesco Dental Insurance.

New Year, new you – no excuses!

With the New Year just around the corner, research from moneysupermarket.com reveals Brits are avoiding the opportunity for a health make-over, despite their good intentions wasting hundreds of pounds of their hard earned cash.

BUPA: rise in Private Medical Insurance coverage

Fergus Kee, managing director of Bupa UK Health Insurance, said: "The ABI figures reflect our own experience. Bupa saw good overall growth in both individual and corporate PMI in 2007 and the demand for private healthcare has continued into this year, despite the current economic downturn. In the first three months of the year, individual PMI sales were up by 20 percent on the same period last year.

Private Medical Insurance coverage rises again

The number of people covered by Private Medical Insurance (PMI) broke the six million mark for the first time in five years, according to latest figures from the ABI (Association of British Insurers).

BUPA extends its quality assured MRI network

Leading UK health insurer Bupa is extending its network of MRI units by a third, to 352, giving customers access to even more state-of-the art, quality assessed scanners across the UK.

Bupa International gives customers more cover for chronic diseases

Leading expatriate health insurer, Bupa International, is now offering cover not just for the diagnosis of chronic diseases but also to control them as the number of sufferers continues to rise.

Companies dismiss dental benefits

Latest research by Healthplan provider HSA has revealed that contributions towards dental benefits are the most valued by employees.

Expat top of the OPS revealed

From Andorra to Zimbabwe, the healthcare needs of expatriates bear striking similarities, with caesarean sections and CT scans representing the most common procedures in most global regions, according to data from Bupa International.

Private medical insurance policies lack clarity on cancer care

Cancer insurance policies offered by PMI providers have been criticised for lack of clarity and ambiguous terminology that may result in people being excluded from treatment, according to a study by Mercer and Cancerbackup, the cancer charity.

Kids go FREE with Tesco Health Insurance

Between 29 May and 23 July Tesco Health Insurance will cover new customers' children absolutely free for the first year. The offer applies to all families irrespective of how they are made up i.e. single parent, joint parent or legal guardian.

BUPA helps cut healthcare costs

Bupa has launched a product designed to help meet the cost of essential, everyday healthcare items that are not readily available on the NHS.

Patients to have their say

More than 35,000 patients across the UK will be given the chance to have their say about their treatment, thanks to a major new survey by Bupa.

moneysupermarket.com: ABI PMI figures

Commenting on ABI news over six million Brits are covered by Private Medical Insurance (PMI), Louise Cuming, head of protection at moneysupermarket.com, said: "We welcome the good news consumers are taking the need for protection seriously and are considering Private Medical Insurance. PMI is designed to cover the costs of treatment for ‘acute' conditions such as disease, illness or an injury likely to respond quickly to treatment, and gives peace of mind of knowing treatment will be available promptly.

BUPA cash plan celebrates 10th anniversary

Bupa Cash Plan has achieved record customer satisfaction scores, with 92 percent of customers rating the service as ‘very good' or ‘excellent', in a recent survey.

BUPA International launches cover for new EU countries

People living and working in new EU countries, such as Bulgaria and Romania, can now access international private medical insurance tailored to their needs, thanks to a new product from Bupa International, the world's largest international health insurer.

Instant medical care with PMI for as little as £200 a year

With the 60th anniversary of the NHS this weekend, figures show people looking for instant medical care can obtain Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for just under £200 per year.

Cleanliness tops the list of patients' worries

The British public is seriously concerned about levels of cleanliness and hygiene within NHS facilities, a study by Saga Private Medical Insurance has revealed. The associated risk of catching a hospital-related infection and hospital waiting times also feature as key NHS worries.

New child private medical insurance

AXA PPP healthcare has introduced a private medical insurance plan exclusively for children. First Healthcare has been designed to offer reassurance to parents at an affordable price of £9.99 a month.

Employers should take more responsibility for our health

Over half of Britons are calling for employers to take more responsibility for their health and wellbeing needs, according to a nationwide survey by health and care company Bupa.

More John Lewis Partners benefit from HSA Health Cash Plan

As an employee-owned business, all 69,000 staff - known as Partners - take responsibility for its success and share the profits. Together with Healthplan provider HSA, a further 1350 Partners have been introduced to the benefits of a bespoke Health Cash Plan thanks to an effective communications campaign.

Check the small print on cancer cover

With one in three people diagnosed with some form of cancer during their life time, it's no surprise that over half (57 percent) of Britons today name cancer as their major health worry.

Employers warned as three new flu strains head to UK

The UK is at risk of three new strains of the flu virus this winter, referred to by the World Health Organisation as A/Brisbane/59/2007 (H1N1)-like virus; A/Brisbane/10/2007 (H3N2)-like virus; B/Florida/4/2006-like virus.

Fears over superbugs drive demand for private medical insurance

Fears over superbugs, such as MRSA and C.difficile, and general hospital cleanliness are driving demand for private medical insurance (PMI), according to new research from Bupa.

Demand for PMI continues to grow

Fiona Harris, head of personal markets of Bupa UK Health Insurance, said: "The latest figures from Laing & Buisson reveal the PMI market to be in robust health and certainly reflect our own experience of increasing demand. Throughout 2007 we saw good overall growth in both corporate and individual PMI and the market's sustained confidence has continued into this year, bucking the trend of the credit crunch. In particular, individual sales have picked up and in the first few months of 2008 - we saw a 20 percent increase on the same period last year.

Engage moves into health cash plan market

Engage Mutual is entering the health cash plan market with the announcement of a new partnership with Wakefield & District Hospitals' Contributory Scheme Ltd (WDHCS).

The seeping costs of the NHS

Hospital patients are feeling the pinch of the global economic crisis, with a survey from HSF health plan finding 43% of UK residents believe the costs of hospital stays, such as parking and food, should be covered by taxes rather than the individual.

BUPA International named Best International Health Insurer

Brighton-based Bupa International was named "Best International Private Medical Insurance Provider" at the Health Insurance Awards, the prestigious event held each year in London to recognise excellence in the health insurance industry.

It’s hip to care

Western Europe’s changing demographic means we are experiencing a sharp increase in the number in over 65s living longer and healthier lives than their own parents. The greater numbers of people living longer doesn’t however take away the inevitable increase in age related medical procedures and surgery. Couple this with the increased numbers of British people who are retiring to countries such as France, Spain and Italy, and you have an acute need to make sure the right medical Insurance is in place to meet these costs.

Tesco Child Health Plan aims to help little ones

Parents can now get affordable, quality health care cover helping to protect what is precious to them with Tesco Child Health Plan. And as an introductory offer, Tesco is offering customers 25% off in the first year, lowering premiums to just £7.49 a month for the first child covered.

Six in ten can't fund healthcare costs

More than 60% of people in Great Britain say they can no longer afford to pay for some of their or their family's healthcare needs as the cost of living spirals, according to research from Engage Mutual.

Quids off kids' health cover

Tesco Child Health Plan is offering 25% off for the first year for new policies until 8th January. This brings costs down to just £7.49 per month for one child plus £6.49 for any additional children covered, down from £9.99 and £8.99 - cheaper than two pairs of socks as a stocking filler.

Kenya top hot spot for medical evacuation

More people are evacuated from Kenya for medical reasons than anywhere else in the world, according to data from leading expatriate health insurer Bupa International, which handles over 1,000 calls a month to its 24-hour worldwide medical assistance helpline.

You’re covered – what could possibly go wrong?

When booking a holiday or gap year abroad, travel insurance is often not at the forefront of young people’s minds and with the proliferation of websites and well-known high street companies selling policies underwritten by insurers, it’s hard to see what you’re buying sometimes. Add to that the fact that call centres and websites do not always make it clear what you are getting for your money and the result is that many people are shocked to find out just how little they are covered when it does come to making a claim.

British workers need push to positive health

Greater support for British workers is needed, as a survey by Bupa UK Health Insurance reveals that many people are increasingly stressed, eating badly, not exercising or sleeping enough, igniting the fuse on a workplace health time bomb.

Medicare International considers modern day health conditions

A recent poll conducted by international healthcare specialists MediCare International has shown that 95% of respondents believe healthcare policies should cover the ongoing costs of treating asthma and diabetes, despite the fact that chronic costs are often excluded from many healthcare policies.

Zurich reveals increase in critical illness claims paid out

Zurich has released its critical illness figures for 2008 reporting a six per cent rise in the total number of claims paid out compared to 2007.

Heath Lambert and MedicAlert to launch new insurance scheme

Independent insurance broker, Heath Lambert Group has announced that it is launching a new insurance programme with MedicAlert, which provides a life-saving identification system for individuals with pre-existing medical conditions and allergies. The programme, which forms part of Heath Lambert’s Unique Insurance Services offering, has been designed specifically for people living with medical conditions, disabilities and allergies and for their families, carers and supporters of MedicAlert.

Norwich Union enhances Optimum Private Medical Insurance

Norwich Union Healthcare has announced a major enhancement to its Optimum Private Medical Insurance product, designed to help customers tackle one of the leading causes of employee absence.

It's what's on the inside that counts. Or is it?

Healthplan provider HSA is urging people to make health a priority for 2009, and not let their health suffer even though times are tight.

Brits overwhelmed by complexity of private medical insurance

Nearly two thirds of all PMI holders found the number and variety of health insurance products on offer confusing, according to research from CS Healthcare.

AEGON pays 91% of Critical Illness claims in 2008

AEGON Scottish Equitable has today published claims data which shows that it paid out on 91 per cent of critical illness claims in 2008.

Norwich Union critical illness statistics for 2008

Norwich Union, soon to be Aviva, paid out 1,625 critical illness (CI) claims during 2008, totalling almost £121 million paid to people in need. This represents an increase of 14% compared to 2007. The company also paid out a further £216 million to the families of loved ones who have died, or been diagnosed with a terminal illness.

AXA PPP healthcare boost for Child Accident Prevention Trust

AXA PPP healthcare will be donating £20 to the Child Accident Prevention Trust for every sale of its medical insurance policy designed exclusively for children - First Healthcare.

Cost-conscious customers compare prices in global recession

With the current economic crisis, individuals and companies with private healthcare policies are looking to reduce their costs by comparing healthcare policies on the market. Private healthcare is not seen as a luxury for many ex-pats working overseas, but a necessity. The current economic climate has therefore seen customers become more savvy in these cash-strapped times, in order to ensure they receive the best value on the market.

Did you know that half of all heart attacks are repeat attacks?

Unlike many protection insurance policies PruProtect's serious illness cover could continue even after policyholders have made a claim.

Friends Provident enhances its Critical Illness Cover

Friends Provident has announced that it has enhanced its Critical Illness Cover (CIC) by extending the list of conditions covered under its plan to 36. The company has also extended the maximum policy term to 40 years and the age at which plans can end to age 70.

Tesco Health Insurance launches three new levels of cover

Tesco has launched three new levels of health cover in response to customers' feedback asking for a straightforward, flexible product. The three levels are; Operations and Procedures, Consultations and Tests, and Additional Therapies.

Bupa: More people have private medical insurance cover

Fiona Harris, director of Bupa UK Health Insurance, said: "The latest ABI figures reflect our own experience - growth in the number of people with PMI cover for the second year running, despite the current economic downturn."

Private medical insurance coverage rises despite recession

Latest ABI figures show that the number of people covered by Private Medical Insurance (PMI) continued to rise in 2008 despite the UK economy going into recession.

1 in 3 Brits still struggling to find an NHS dentist

It has been revealed that a staggering 1 in 3 people in the UK are still struggling to find an NHS dentist, according to new research from Simplyhealth.