Media
Hypnosis for smokers now covered by medical aid for the first time
Nearly six million people around the world die of tobacco-related illnesses each year.
3rd November 2016
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Scheme benefits
The pro-ration of medical aid benefits
Many medical aid schemes have annual limits that apply to certain benefits.
3rd November 2016
Industry News
Why should doctors treat us for free?
Why is it then that we constantly moan about doctors’ fees and what they charge?
3rd November 2016
Health tips
Quitting Smoking with Hypnosis … What’s the Difference?
The statistics in favour of quitting smoking using hypnosis are staggeringly positive.
3rd November 2016
Industry News
Are medical schemes a rip-off?
Members of medical schemes generally fall into one of two groups – those that have claimed and those that are
3rd November 2016
Media
Medical aid schemes – the muddy truth
Which are the best medical aid schemes in South Africa, and which ones are the worst?
3rd November 2016
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
Media
Medical aid members suffer when hospitals or doctors overcharge
Medical aid members suffer when hospitals or doctors overcharge.
3rd November 2016
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
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
Good2Know
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
Easing the matric exam burden for your child
Eighteen odd years down the line, and you’ve reached that important milestone – the matric exams and the burden of
22nd October 2019
Healthy Living
Matric exams – what should you NOT do?
When studying for the most important exam you’ve ever written, it is important to keep a positive outlook and be
17th October 2019
Healthy Living
Matric exam jitters: being prepared is half the victory
And, just like that, the 2019 matrics are on the brink of writing your final exam. How can you best
14th October 2019
Healthy Living
This is how you should freeze your fruit
Fresh fruit has to be eaten fairly soon; otherwise, it quickly goes off and lands in the dustbin. But what
9th October 2019
Healthy Living
Are frozen vegetables better then?
Which is better: fresh or frozen vegetables? The answer might surprise you.
8th October 2019
Healthy Living
Does danger lurk in salad bags?
Salad bags are quick and easy. BUT, that convenience might come at a price, say the experts.
4th October 2019
Healthy Living
Why do we crave certain foods?
The reasons we crave certain foods are many and varied. Not to mention complex.
25th September 2019
Healthy Living
Are high heel shoes really that bad for you?
High heel shoes might make you look glamorous, but they can cause some crippling foot problems over time. While high
20th September 2019
Healthy Living
How bad are flip-flops for your feet?
Your flip-flops occupy that space in your shoe collection between proper shoes and walking barefoot.
17th September 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
Scheme benefits
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
Scheme benefits
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
Scheme benefits
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
Scheme benefits
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
Scheme benefits
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
Scheme benefits
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
Scheme benefits
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