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Medical Gap Cover – Co-Payments & Gap Insurance & Exclusions

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You might believe that you and your family will be sufficiently covered in any event if you have medical aid and medical Gap cover. The reality of this is, however, more complex. What Is Medical Gap Cover? Medical gap cover is a short-term insurance product that works alongside a medical aid scheme. It is designed to provide extra cover […]

Why investing in gap cover in 2022 is a good idea

Why investing in gap cover in 2022 is a good idea

Globally, we’re all in a financial pinch. The cost of living has increased dramatically, and according to Statistics South Africa, the current inflation rate is 5.9%. The last time our country experienced an inflation rate this high was in 2017 at a rate of 6.6%. That, of course, begs the question – which expenses stay […]

Male Breast Cancer

Male Breast Cancer - don't stress the gap is covered

Whilst breast cancer is a common cancer diagnosis for women, male breast cancer is often diagnosed when it is in a later and more advanced stage. This is because many people are unaware that male breast cancer exists. Men are less familiar with common breast cancer signs and symptoms and often delay seeking medical advice. […]

Comprehensive Gap Cover Benefits

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Unforeseen accidents and events are inevitable and can often be expensive, so the benefits of gap cover are undeniable. Gap cover provides benefits for policyholders and their spouses and those financially dependent on them. You qualify for gap cover if you are already a member of a medical scheme. There are a number of benefits […]

Fallopian Tube Cancer: The Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

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Fallopian tube cancer is considered to be a very rare type of cancer, with only 1% of all reproductive cancers in women starting in the fallopian tubes. What are the fallopian tubes? The fallopian tubes connect a women’s ovaries to her uterus and each month, the ovaries release one egg into the fallopian tube to […]

The Main Causes Of Breast Cancer

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Approximately 19.4 million South African women over the age of 15 are at risk of developing breast cancer at some stage in their life. As a result, breast cancer has been identified as being the most commonly diagnosed type of cancer among women in the country. However, early detection and an awareness of symptoms and […]

Symptoms and Information – Female Cancer

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There are five main types of female cancer that can affect a woman’s reproductive organs, which are usually referred to as gynecologic cancer as a group. These types include cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancer. What is vaginal cancer? This rare cancer most commonly occurs in the cells that line the surface of the […]

Gap cover companies

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Gap cover is not just a nice to have. It should be an essential part of your medical policies, as unfortunately, unforeseen events can happen. Gap cover companies aim to help you in instances where there is a shortfall between what a service provider will charge and what your medical aid scheme will cover for […]

7 Common Women’s Health Issues

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7 Common Women’s Health Issues There are numerous issues in women’s health which you should be aware of. Studies show that the most common health problems women face are heart diseases, breast cancer, ovarian and cervical cancer, pregnancy issues, autoimmune disease, osteoporosis, depression, and anxiety. From the time a girl reaches puberty until about 50, […]

5 Ways to Cope When Losing a Loved One

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The finality of death will never cease to be one of the most painful experiences for those who have lost a loved one. But does losing a loved one get easier? There are certain stages of grief that you will first need to work through to help digest the loss of someone who was important […]