Healthcare / General

The seven hidden dangers of NHI implementation

The National Health Insurance (NHI) Act has been presented to South Africans as a bold step toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC). While the goal of equitable access to quality healthcare is both noble and necessary, the underlying economic and operational assumptions of the NHI model are deeply flawed.

Momentum Health Puts Women’s Preventative Care in the Spotlight this Women’s Month

As South Africa celebrates Women’s Month this August, Momentum Health is urging women to prioritise their health and wellbeing through preventative care. With rising rates of chronic illness and mental health strain, the call to action is clear: women must be supported to take charge of their health.

Beyond ideology: Profmed brings business realism to NHI debate

Unseen medical costs are derailing women’s wellness goals

Wellness is increasingly a priority for women, including nutrition, fitness, mindfulness, and preventative healthcare. An important part of a holistic wellness strategy, however, is your financial wellbeing, and even the best strategy can be derailed by unexpected healthcare costs, no matter how young and healthy you are. Medical aid is an essential cover to have in South Africa, but it frequently falls short of covering the full extent of medical expenses, even on the top-tier plans. A routine gynaecological procedure, an emergency surgery, or an unexpected hospital bill can derail not just wellness goals but financial ones too. This is where gap cover becomes an essential and empowering part of your financial toolkit.