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
What Happens If My Medical Aid Claim Is Rejected Or Only Partially Paid?
A medical aid claim rejection can be frustrating, especially when you expected full payment from your scheme. Claims may be
22nd July 2026
Good2Know
What Should You Do Before A Planned Hospital Admission?
Before a planned hospital admission, Genesis members need to obtain a hospital admission reference number 72 hours prior to such
9th July 2026
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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
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Are Family Hospital Plans Worth It?
Family hospital plans provide essential cover for unexpected medical events, offering peace of mind and financial protection. While they may
3rd March 2026
Good2Know
Affordable Medical Aid Options for Families in South Africa
Raising a family in South Africa comes with both joy and responsibility. One of the most important decisions any family
28th May 2025
Good2Know
Medical Aid versus Health Insurance
Navigating healthcare funding options in South Africa can be overwhelming, especially for young families seeking affordable and reliable medical cover.
7th May 2025
Good2Know
Is a Hospital Plan Enough? A Guide for Young South Africans
Understanding the Difference Between a Hospital Plan and Full Medical Aid As a young professional in South Africa, you may
26th March 2025
Good2Know
Best Medical Aid Plans for Young Professionals in South Africa
Finding the right medical aid plan as a young professional in South Africa can be overwhelming. With so many options
17th March 2025
Good2Know
Tax and disability – are you claiming your full tax relief?
Your tax burden could be significantly reduced if you have a dependant with a disability. Many South Africans living with
18th April 2023
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
Health tips
21st November 2016
Health tips
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
Eight ways to help reduce your food cravings
How often do you bow the knee to that intense and uncontrollable desire for a specific food(s)? All of us
16th May 2023
Healthy Living
What are the drink driving limit in South Africa? Penalties in South Africa.
Alcohol abuse and drunk driving in South Africa are the main contributing factors of road deaths in South Africa. Accidents
13th February 2023
Healthy Living
10 supplements that may stop food cravings and help you lose weight
You exercise regularly. You drink enough water. You’ve tried banting and fasting, yet you still can’t control your cravings. And,
9th February 2023
Healthy Living
Top 10 life-event stressors
A recent survey revealed that South Africans’ psychological and emotional stress levels have shot up by 56% since the start
7th November 2022
Healthy Living
Interesting Facts About Cucumbers
Who could have guessed that cucumbers have multiple health AND other interesting benefits!
11th August 2022
Healthy Living
How to tenderise meat with lemon juice
Make your braai as healthy as possible by using lemon juice to tenderise your meat. People have been roasting meat
22nd February 2022
Healthy Living
2nd February 2022
Healthy Living
What Health Research Tells Us About Fasting
Fasting has become a top trend and a nutrition buzzword in recent years, but what does health research tell us
16th November 2021
Healthy Living
Why do we crave sugar, and tips to beat the habit
Does munching sugary snacks often just makes you crave more sugary snacks?
22nd April 2021
Industry News
Member Benefit Explanation
The benefits on offer by each medical aid are set out in the scheme’s rules.
3rd November 2016
Industry News
Medical Scheme increases 2013
Wondering what other medical schemes increases for 2013 look like?
3rd November 2016
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Hospital plan vs medical aid with savings – which one?
Popular misperception is that a “hospital plan” is not a “medical aid”, or that a more expensive plan with medical
30th August 2021
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Avoid co-payments after a hospital admission – Part 2
In our previous article on how to avoid co-payments after a hospital admission, we focused on Designated Service Providers (“DSPs”)
30th July 2021
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Avoid co-payments after a hospital admission – Part 1
Nobody can afford the burden of huge co-payments or unexpected out-of-pocket expenses after a hospital admission.
29th July 2021
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Genesis members – where can you get your Covid-19 vaccination?
As from 1 August 2021, people over the age of 35 can now also register to get their Covid-19 vaccinations.
21st July 2021
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When providers charge unscrupulously high fees
Have you ever wondered just how some healthcare providers justify their unscrupulously high fees?
7th July 2021
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Understand your medical aid benefits – Breast cancer and mastectomies
The diagnosis of breast cancer can be a physical, emotional and psychological roller coaster, as one is just never prepared
23rd June 2021
Scheme benefits
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
Scheme benefits
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
Scheme benefits
Important Notice To Members: COVID-19 Lockdown
What does President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of a 21-day lockdown mean for Genesis members?
26th March 2020