Across the private healthcare industry in South Africa, members of medical schemes are bracing themselves for a 10% increase in
Eighteen odd years down the line, and you’ve reached that important milestone – the matric exams and the burden of
When studying for the most important exam you’ve ever written, it is important to keep a positive outlook and be
And, just like that, the 2019 matrics are on the brink of writing your final exam. How can you best
Fresh fruit has to be eaten fairly soon; otherwise, it quickly goes off and lands in the dustbin. But what
Which is better: fresh or frozen vegetables? The answer might surprise you.
Salad bags are quick and easy. BUT, that convenience might come at a price, say the experts.
We are delighted to inform all our members that a new version of our smartphone app has been registered with
The reasons we crave certain foods are many and varied. Not to mention complex.
In the healthcare space, there appears to be a disconnect between what consumers want and what medical schemes are able
On 6 June 2017 the Constitutional Court of SA handed down a far reaching judgement in favour of Genesis.
Medical Scheme call centres should always strive to maintain the human touch in all the elements of their member interaction.
A medical aid claim rejection can be frustrating, especially when you expected full payment from your scheme. Claims may be
Before a planned hospital admission, Genesis members need to obtain a hospital admission reference number 72 hours prior to such
Family medical aid plans offer private healthcare cover, helping to ensure your loved ones can access the medical care they
Family hospital plans provide essential cover for unexpected medical events, offering peace of mind and financial protection. While they may
Raising a family in South Africa comes with both joy and responsibility. One of the most important decisions any family
Navigating healthcare funding options in South Africa can be overwhelming, especially for young families seeking affordable and reliable medical cover.
Understanding the Difference Between a Hospital Plan and Full Medical Aid As a young professional in South Africa, you may
Finding the right medical aid plan as a young professional in South Africa can be overwhelming. With so many options
Your tax burden could be significantly reduced if you have a dependant with a disability. Many South Africans living with
What can we learn from our Grandmothers – those fit, 1950’s housewives who never, ever stepped a foot in the
Anemia is not a disease, but rather a symptom of various other health problems. Anemia can be temporary or long
We are so fortunate to have professionals and fellow humans on similar journeys towards meaningful and healthy living.
Most South Africans don’t need much of an excuse to light a fire.
Flu, or influenza, is a viral illness that occurs predominantly in the winter.
Raising a teenager these days can often be something of a balancing act for any parent, especially when they present
Hair loss can develop gradually over years, or it can happen abruptly. Depending on the underlying cause, it may only
Thyroid disease and hair loss are often closely related and may be a sign that your thyroid isn’t working as
That’s right – stress is going nowhere and you cannot hide from it; so best you learn how to manage
Highly stressed people are at greater risk of long-term health problems and premature death than those who are more chilled
Guard against techno-creep in the workplace, or else it can take over your life.
Do South African parents have to vaccinate their children?
Whether travelling abroad or taking extra precautions to stay healthy this winter, chances are that you’re considering vaccination.
Cardiac arrest (heart attack) is responsible for 75% of sudden deaths on the sports field.
In recent years, doctors have started to prescribe the use of probiotics together with all antibiotics.
4.7%: THE LOWEST MEDICAL AID INCREASE IN SOUTH AFRICA FOR 2026 2026 Premium Increase We know times are tough right
With the signing of the highly contested and controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law on 15 May 2024,
The Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) is once again conducting an awareness survey amongst medical scheme members and beneficiaries. The
Approximately 50% of South Africans constitute the middle class. They are not “poor”, nor are they “rich”. They are just
In the healthcare space, there appears to be a disconnect between what consumers want and what medical schemes are able
Does the size of a medical aid scheme matter? The only aspect about the size of a medical scheme that
What do medical aid scheme contribution increases look like in 2023? In 2021 and 2022 medical scheme increases were somewhat
Two types of insurance products that are often misunderstood, are “Medical Aid” or “Hospital Plan” versus “Hospital Cash Plan”. Difference
Which is the best medical aid scheme in SA? And which one is the worst? Well…. it depends on who
Members of medical aid schemes and/or their doctors often believe that a condition is a Prescribed Minimum Benefit (PMB) when,
We all know that the good things in life are not for free. And certainly, there are no free lunches
Many medical aid schemes have annual limits that apply to certain benefits.
Genesis Medical Scheme offers dentistry benefits on all their benefit options, including their hospital plans.
Prescribed Minimum Benefits (PMBs) were introduced to prevent unfunded dumping on the state and to improve efficiency and cash flow for
