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Discovery Health Medical Scheme spent over R177 million for breast cancer drugs in 2015

Discovery Health Medical Scheme spent over R177 million for breast cancer drugs in 2015

19 October 2016 | General

Breast cancer affects the young, old, women and men. Raising awareness of and supporting early detection of this most-common cancer among South African women will help save more lives. When breast cancer is detected early, the survival rate is as high as 95%. Discovery Health and the Discovery Health Medical Scheme support early detection through screening. The Scheme’s Screening and Prevention Benefit will, from 2017 as part of benefit changes, now provide clinically appropriate screening for all members, with enhanced screening benefits for those at a higher risk.

Coping with the hidden costs of breast cancer

Coping with the hidden costs of breast cancer

‘Preparing for the financial impact on a family is crucial’

Can I get life insurance after a cancer diagnosis?

Can I get life insurance after a cancer diagnosis?

18 October 2016 | General

Modern medical advances have made it possible for more and more people to beat cancer. When it comes to breast cancer, early detection and diagnosis mean that survival rates have gone up dramatically. In fact, almost two out of every three women with breast cancer now survive the disease beyond 20 years.

The evolution of endowments – and why they’re more relevant than ever

The evolution of endowments – and why they’re more relevant than ever

17 October 2016 | General

Many investors remain sceptical about investing in endowments, due to the negative associations with old-generation products that traditionally charged high fees and offered lacklustre returns. However, given recent changes, now may be the perfect time to consider including an endowment in your investment portfolio.

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Insurance needs: employed vs self-employed people

Insurance needs: employed vs self-employed people

13 October 2016 | General
The real cost of breast cancer goes well beyond medical treatment

The real cost of breast cancer goes well beyond medical treatment

Growing cost of cancer treatment makes a well-rounded financial plan essential

Growing cost of cancer treatment makes a well-rounded financial plan essential

06 October 2016 | General
Round two: Interest free loan accounts

Round two: Interest free loan accounts

06 October 2016 | Estates & Wills
Disability Cover Rebooted

Disability Cover Rebooted

What lies behind the new, evolving set of governance guidelines looming on the fiduciary’s horizon?

What lies behind the new, evolving set of governance guidelines looming on the fiduciary’s horizon?

28 September 2016 | Estates & Wills
Proposal to Overhaul Estate Duty Abatements

Proposal to Overhaul Estate Duty Abatements

27 September 2016 | Estates & Wills
The importance of leaving a Will: Why you need one and how they work

The importance of leaving a Will: Why you need one and how they work

16 September 2016 | Estates & Wills