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Running on empty? Start with one habit, not a total reset

23 April 2026

When you’re running on empty, even good advice can feel exhausting. Drink more water. Sleep better. Move more. Eat well. Meditate.

Medical aid alone is not enough for long-term healthcare planning

21 April 2026

Medical aid is often seen as the foundation of healthcare cover in South Africa, and it remains essential. However, it is no longer sufficient on its own to cover the full cost of treatment, leaving members exposed to co-payments and shortfalls. As healthcare costs continue to rise and funding pressures reshape medical scheme benefits, even comprehensive plans leave gaps that can result in significant out-of-pocket expenses. Alongside medical aid, gap cover plays an important role in addressing these shortfalls and forming part of a comprehensive approach to managing healthcare costs.

Unpacking the challenges facing South Africa’s healthcare reform

17 April 2026

South Africa's healthcare system has undergone significant transformation since the end of apartheid, shifting from a deeply unequal structure to one increasingly focused on inclusivity and reform.

The "Invisible Load" of the South African Professional

13 April 2026

The average South African professional employs eight other individuals, constituting one of the biggest sources of employment in the country.

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Why medical aid members are facing more out-of-pocket healthcare expenses than ever before

10 April 2026

Living longer isn't enough, it’s time to live better

07 April 2026

As NHI stalls, the real debate is about trade offs

27 March 2026

The bill you never saw coming – real healthcare cost shocks facing South African families

23 March 2026

Healthcare reform must be built on stability, not slogans

11 March 2026

5 daytime habits that transform your nights

10 March 2026

On International Women’s Day, Bestmed calls for a preventive shift in women’s health

06 March 2026

Women at Work: Why Health and Wellbeing Should Be Part of the Conversation

04 March 2026

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