Planning to have a baby? Get an executive medical aid plan first

This is one of the most exciting journeys of your life and you should be excited! Expanding your family is a big step, surely filled with both anticipation and uncertainty. It is said that you can never be 100 per cent ready for a baby and all of the planning in the world will not be enough to prepare you for the arrival of your bundle. However, there is one thing you must have in place before even considering having a baby; extensive medical aid benefits.

Know your rights concerning medical aid schemes

If you work hard for your money, you shouldn’t have to bargain for something you pay for. People often feel cheated by their medical aid companies when expectations aren’t met. This can be because people are uninformed about their scheme and its benefits or it can be because a company is indeed acting unethically. Once properly informed, you will know whether you should search for a new medical aid scheme or if you should just carry on paying your monthly contribution.

The Hairy Truth: Investigate the Symptoms of Hair loss

Don’t treat the symptoms; treat the cause

It is far too easy to address the consequences of certain health issues rather than to truly commit yourself to finding the source of the issues. We neglect to take preventative measures because, more often than not, the source suggests a less easy fix. But if you make an effort to tackle the problem where it started, hindsight will render you pleased with yourself and a lot healthier. Take hair loss as an example: don’t just wear a hat – assess your health in its entirety to understand what your body is telling you via consequent (degrees of) baldness.

Covering Apprehensive, Young Mothers and their New-borns; Medical Aid Cover for the First Year

New and young mothers, lend me your ears. Pregnancy is a miracle in itself; it is a beautiful process by which we all come into being. Humans are delicate creatures at birth and cannot survive without parental care that ward off the threats of the world. This is also where inoculation comes into play.

Under What Circumstances can you be Denied Medical Cover?

There are scarce situations in which you can be denied medical aid cover.

However, many people are under the impression that there are no reasons for you to be refused by a medical aid scheme- but this is not true. Though it is unlikely you will be rejected, there are conditions in which you will be subject to extra payments and fees.

Important Things to Remember when You Compare Medical Aid Options for Your Children

A medical aid scheme is something we all know we need; however, it’s quite difficult to choose between all the options that we are given. The most important thing to remember is what your family needs or may need as your children grow up. What do you need from your medical aid?

8 Ways for your Family to Save Money

Families may feel pressure to tighten their belts, especially single-income families. No need to worry, there are simple ways for you to save money without feeling like you are denying yourself or your family of the things they need. By assessing your finances, you can see exactly where your pay-check goes every month, and so cut expenses you are not utilizing effectively. 

Having a game plan for all your expenses is the key to cutting your living costs.

What Type of Headache Do I Have?

After been harassed by a nasty headache for the last week, I decided to do some research on what different types of headaches there are and how each one can be treated. The only way to get rid of a headache quickly is to know what type of headache you have:

Toothbrush tips for a healthy smile

Everyone knows the golden oral hygiene rule: visit the dentist at least twice a year for a check-up. But even if the trip is covered by your trusted medical aid plan, you want to avoid unplanned trips to the dentist at all costs. 

That’s why you brush, floss and rinse daily, but what more can you do to ensure a super healthy smile?

Studies done by dental professionals say that “there is insufficient clinical evidence to support that bacterial growth on toothbrushes will lead to specific adverse oral or systemic health effects”. So, there is no reason to be too compulsive, your toothbrush is not going to make you sick.

Patient Safety: Does Hospital Cover Protect You After Admission?

The professional world of the 21st century is, without a   doubt, very demanding. We are expected to tackle our day-to-day responsibilities with enthusiasm, striving for perfection and self-improvement, while still being ready for the next challenge.

Funky tongue alert: Is your tongue begging for a healthier lifestyle?

Your tongue isn’t only there to help you eat and talk to people, it can also show signs of bad health. If your tongue looks or feels funky, it doesn’t always mean that there is a problem with your oral hygiene; the colour and texture of your tongue also tells you about digestive issues and body imbalances that you may be having. Here are some of the most common symptoms of a funky tongue and how you can reverse it to get your healthy lifestyle back:

South Africa & Mental Health Awareness

As the national attention turns to psychiatric issues during this time, it may be a good starting point for us to raise awareness on mental illnesses in general. Here’s an overview of some of the daunting mental illnesses that many individuals combat every day, contained in the DSM-V:

Summertime Sports to Tackle With Friends & Family

Now that the cold winter inertia has receded from our family lives, it’s time to become active again. Finally, we have the opportunity to mess around outside and have some fun in the sun – who you do this with, is up to you. Just make sure you don’t miss a beat and are spending your time with the right people this summer. 

How Does Emergency Treatment Work?

How much do you spend on your medical aid scheme payments, and how does it help you in the case of an emergency?

Are you medically covered in case of an emergency?

Accidents happen when you least expect them. Unfortunately, they can leave you in a very sticky situation, especially if you’re not fully covered by a reliable medical aid. However, it’s not something you think about on a daily basis, in which case you may not be aware of the possible risks you’re facing.

How To Make Your Medical Benefits Last

How is your medical savings account looking? We are in the third month of the year. If you feel as though your medical funds are beginning to thin out a bit too quickly, it’s time to plan ahead.

Is your water safe to drink?

Clean, safe water is often taken for granted, thinking it’s a given. But have you ever considered how safe your water really is? 

Need A Different Medical Scheme?

Are you not completely satisfied with your current medical scheme? There are a few things that you may need to consider when deciding whether or not to join a different scheme. Ask yourself the following questions:

Is your birthing plan covered?

Giving birth probably has to be one of the most exciting moments in any woman’s life, unless your medical aid scheme doesn’t cover all the necessary aspects. In case you’re planning to fall pregnant soon, or you recently got the surprise of your life – planning is key to creating the type of birth you’re after.

Three types of birthing options:

Do You Need Medical Gap Cover?

What is worse than receiving a bill for medical treatment even though you are a part of a medical aid scheme? A large medical bill is not a “surprise” you want. Fortunately, there is a way to ensure that this does not happen to you.