Lifestyle

When you compare Extras Cover with Hospital Cover, you might ask yourself whether you need both. After all, Hospital Cover is there for health events that might involve hospital treatment, while Extras Cover (also known as general or ancillary cover) is often considered more for ‘health maintenance’. So if you want to save money on...

If you’re self-employed, either as a small business owner or one of the 1.5 million sole traders or freelancers in Australia, you probably keep a very close eye on the flow of money coming in and out. Health insurance can be a big expense, which means you might be wondering if you can do without...

If you, or someone you love, is living with arthritis, you’re far from alone. Arthritis is the third most common chronic condition in Australia, according to the ABS, and reportedly affects 3.7 million of us. Arthritis is a term encompassing many different forms of conditions that affect the joints and cause inflammation, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis...

Maybe you’ve just finished studying or you’re moving out of home. Maybe you’ve entered your 30s or got married. Whatever your reasons for getting your own health insurance in your 20s instead of relying on your parents’ health cover, it’s a good feeling to be taking control of your finances and becoming independent. It can,...

So, you just got married. Congratulations! If you’ve been living together for a while, you might already have a joint bank account, but have you thought about a joint health insurance policy? Sure, it’s probably not your first priority after the wedding, but Health Insurance when you’re married is definitely worth considering. Before you and...

Baby names, schools and nursery furniture… there’s a lot to consider when you’re getting ready to be a parent. One of the things you’ll need to think about – sooner, rather than later – is what medical care you (or your partner) will want during pregnancy, where you’ll give birth and what healthcare professionals you’ll...

If you’re among the 1.3 million Australians living with diabetes, you’ll be very familiar with medical waiting rooms. Diabetes is a long-term condition requiring ongoing management and consultation with a team of healthcare professionals, so you’re probably wondering whether health insurance will cover the costs of living with diabetes.  The short answer is yes, but it...

If you’re among the 2.7 million Australians living with asthma, you’ll be all too aware of the need to be proactive about your health. According to the 2021 Census, asthma is the third most common long-term health condition in Australia (behind mental health conditions and arthritis). So do you need health insurance for asthma? Here’s...