Health tips
Can household chores deliver the same results as exercise?
What can we learn from our Grandmothers – those fit, 1950’s housewives who never, ever stepped a foot in the
15th April 2021
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Is your trip to the Emergency Centre at a private hospital covered by medical aid?
When does your medical aid cover the cost of a visit to the Emergency Centre at a private hospital?
31st March 2021
Good2Know
Help easing the 2020 exam burden for your child
Exam time can be very stressful for everyone in the family as your child is preparing for his / her
11th November 2020
Industry News
Medical scheme increases for 2021 – a different perspective
Medical scheme increases for 2021 – do you know what your actual premium increase will be?
23rd October 2020
Healthy Living
How much water do you really need to drink?
Human beings can survive without food for 30 to 40 days. But without water, life would end in 3 to
9th October 2020
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Members on PRIVATE PLUS to consider their benefit options for 2021
With effect from 1 January 2021, your current Private Plus benefit option will be discontinued.
7th October 2020
Healthy Living
The ABC of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects the large intestine and is one of the most common digestive disorders. About one in
7th September 2020
Healthy Living
What does an anti-inflammatory diet look like?
Left unchecked, chronic inflammation can cause life-threatening disease. Fortunately, a nutritious, anti-inflammatory diet can help to keep you healthy.
25th August 2020
Healthy Living
Which diseases are caused by chronic inflammation?
More and more research is confirming low-level chronic inflammation as a major risk factor for developing serious health conditions.
17th August 2020
Blog
Is There a Disconnect Between Healthcare Consumer Needs and Medical Scheme Offerings?
In the healthcare space, there appears to be a disconnect between what consumers want and what medical schemes are able
18th October 2023
Blog
Constitutional Court Judgment in favour of Genesis
On 6 June 2017 the Constitutional Court of SA handed down a far reaching judgement in favour of Genesis.
26th June 2017
Blog
Client centric call centres for medical aids a must
Medical Scheme call centres should always strive to maintain the human touch in all the elements of their member interaction.
13th February 2017
Good2Know
Good-2-Know for 2019
Let’s kick off our good2know@genesis series this year on a positive note.
30th January 2019
Good2Know
Understand funding for hospital admissions (Part 3 of 3)
Have you read Parts 1 & 2 of our series on this topic?
24th August 2018
Good2Know
Understand funding for hospital admissions (Part 2 of 3)
Have you read Part 1 of our series on this topic?
24th August 2018
Good2Know
Understand funding for hospital admissions (Part 1 of 3)
Understanding the funding role of medical schemes can be tricky.
24th August 2018
Good2Know
What is the “Medical Aid Rate”?
Does “100% of Medical Aid Rate” mean your claims will be settled IN FULL…?
6th July 2018
Health tips
Can household chores deliver the same results as exercise?
What can we learn from our Grandmothers – those fit, 1950’s housewives who never, ever stepped a foot in the
15th April 2021
Health tips
Anemia – symptoms, causes and recommendations
Anemia is not a disease, but rather a symptom of various other health problems. Anemia can be temporary or long
15th May 2020
Health tips
Tips and techniques for emotional decluttering
We are so fortunate to have professionals and fellow humans on similar journeys towards meaningful and healthy living.
28th May 2019
Health tips
How healthy is your braai?
Most South Africans don’t need much of an excuse to light a fire.
16th April 2019
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21st November 2016
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5th November 2016
Health tips
Should employees be sent home at the first sign of a flu or cold?
Flu, or influenza, is a viral illness that occurs predominantly in the winter.
5th November 2016
Health tips
Challenging teenager, or ADD?
Raising a teenager these days can often be something of a balancing act for any parent, especially when they present
5th November 2016
Healthy Living
7th May 2019
Healthy Living
What happens to your body when you quit smoking?
The “benefits” of nicotine are short lived.
30th April 2019
Healthy Living
Benefits of quitting smoking: Why it’s worth the effort
Nearly half of all cigarette smokers die as a direct or indirect consequence of the habit.
27th April 2019
Healthy Living
Healthy grilling tips for meat, fish and chicken
Braaiing or switching on the grill to cook your meat, fish or chicken?
20th April 2019
Healthy Living
Dangers of eating smoked and processed meat
Are there any dangers of eating smoked and processed meat too regularly?
9th April 2019
Healthy Living
Diarrhoea can be life-threatening
Getting diarrhoea is nothing unusual, but if left untreated, it could be life-threatening.
5th April 2019
Healthy Living
Eat your way to a healthy gut
Maintaining a healthy gut (digestive tract) is one of the most important things you can do for your body.
2nd April 2019
Healthy Living
Benefits of a healthy gut – it can save your life
It’s not just an army that marches on its stomach – you do as well.
29th March 2019
Healthy Living
The connection between your gut health and your brain
There is a strong connection between your gut health and your mood.
22nd March 2019
Industry News
Genesis Medical Increase 2026
4.7%: THE LOWEST MEDICAL AID INCREASE IN SOUTH AFRICA FOR 2026 2026 Premium Increase We know times are tough right
16th October 2025
Industry News
Genesis’ view on the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill
With the signing of the highly contested and controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law on 15 May 2024,
3rd June 2024
Industry News
Council for Medical Schemes Member Awareness Survey
The Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) is once again conducting an awareness survey amongst medical scheme members and beneficiaries. The
7th February 2024
Industry News
Big Savings For Middle Class Business Owners and Employees
Approximately 50% of South Africans constitute the middle class. They are not “poor”, nor are they “rich”. They are just
16th November 2023
Blog
Is There a Disconnect Between Healthcare Consumer Needs and Medical Scheme Offerings?
In the healthcare space, there appears to be a disconnect between what consumers want and what medical schemes are able
18th October 2023
Industry News
See how smaller medical schemes can save you money
Does the size of a medical aid scheme matter? The only aspect about the size of a medical scheme that
3rd April 2023
Industry News
Medical aid increases and costs
What do medical aid scheme contribution increases look like in 2023? In 2021 and 2022 medical scheme increases were somewhat
31st March 2023
Industry News
Medical Aid vs Hospital Cash Plan
Two types of insurance products that are often misunderstood, are “Medical Aid” or “Hospital Plan” versus “Hospital Cash Plan”. Difference
6th March 2023
Industry News
Best medical aid schemes and worst in SA
Which is the best medical aid scheme in SA? And which one is the worst? Well…. it depends on who
1st March 2023
Good2Know
What Are The Benefits Of Family Medical Aid Plans?
Family medical aid plans offer private healthcare cover, helping to ensure your loved ones can access the medical care they
15th April 2026
Industry News
Genesis Medical Increase 2026
4.7%: THE LOWEST MEDICAL AID INCREASE IN SOUTH AFRICA FOR 2026 2026 Premium Increase We know times are tough right
16th October 2025
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Not Every Cancer Qualifies as a PMB
This article examines the extent of medical schemes’ funding obligations for treatable vs non-treatable cancers. From a medical perspective, doctors
30th September 2025
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Generous dental benefits for ALL Genesis members
Genesis Medical Scheme offers excellent financial cover for dentistry on all their benefit options. We all know that the benefits
10th March 2025
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Cost of hospital plans in South Africa
A hospital plan will cover the cost of medically appropriate treatment and related expenses when a person is hospitalised. In this article,
7th November 2023
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This Makes Genesis MED-100 Different From Other Hospital Plans
What does Genesis MED-100 hospital plan offer that most don’t? It all started with a bet. Well, not really. It
4th April 2023
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This is the best value-for-money hospital plan money can buy
Genesis Medical Scheme offers the best hospital plan in South Africa. This was according to previous GTC Healthcare surveys. Take
24th March 2023
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Generous dental benefits for Genesis members in 2022
The benefits of good dental health reach far beyond a fresh breath and a celebrity smile.
11th January 2022
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Cost of the top 7 hospital plans in South Africa in 2022
In this article, we will take a closer look at the cost of the top 7 hospital plans in South
15th November 2021