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Hypertension the silent killer

Hypertension the silent killer

15 February 2013

Statistics released by Fedhealth indicate that hypertension is the top chronic condition prevalent amongst its members, with 13.7% of Fedhealth members currently registered on the chronic medicine programme suffering from hypertension.

Protection and early detection vital to beating skin cancer

Protection and early detection vital to beating skin cancer

13 February 2013

Every year, 20 000 South Africans are affected by skin cancer resulting in more than 700 skin cancer related deaths, according to the National Cancer Registry. As a result, the use of effective sun protection methods and early detection are becoming incre

A healthy lifestyle - insurance against high medical costs

A healthy lifestyle - insurance against high medical costs

15 January 2013

After a well-deserved break, many of us are eager to rush into the new year in the fast lane and take it by storm. For this very reason, February, as healthy lifestyle awareness month, is meant to stop us in our tracks and remind us of the importance of f

Festive season: prevention is better than cure

Festive season: prevention is better than cure

06 December 2012

Come December, our minds seem to automatically shift from work to play mode. While we can hardly wait to switch off, relax and enjoy the holidays, it’s also the season to be extra cautious as year-end festivities often tend to result in seasonal scrapes,

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Maternity benefits in South Africa ripe for change

Maternity benefits in South Africa ripe for change

05 December 2012
Emerging markets lead the way for mHealth

Emerging markets lead the way for mHealth

28 November 2012
Beat the festive season blues with Fedhealth's top 10 stress busters

Beat the festive season blues with Fedhealth's top 10 stress busters

27 November 2012
Social Compact to strengthen healthcare system a step in the right direction

Social Compact to strengthen healthcare system a step in the right direction

26 November 2012
Prevention, detection and cover vital in conquering diabetes

Prevention, detection and cover vital in conquering diabetes

13 November 2012
The future of hospital cash plans

The future of hospital cash plans

22 October 2012
South Africans urged to watch out for hidden dangers of hospital infections

South Africans urged to watch out for hidden dangers of hospital infections

18 October 2012
Companies urged to review medical schemes during renewal period

Companies urged to review medical schemes during renewal period

17 October 2012