June 2017

VSP Vision Care provide the answers

VSP Vision Care is a popular choice of employee benefit around the world. In addition to the US they provide their services in the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia. Offering low cost premiums with a great benefit level for staff, VSP are proud of their optical solution for business. As with all policies that are fairly new to the market, here are just a few of the FAQ’s that VSP have already answered, clear and transparent information provided for business owners and HR managers so that they know exactly what is achievable before taking out a…

Sun Exposure and Skin Cancer

With the recent peak in sunny weather, many of us are taking advantage of the sunshine, but whilst it’s nice to embrace the warmer weather we all need to make sure we protect our skin against the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation to help prevent the risk of getting skin cancer. What is UV? There are 2 main types of UV rays that damage our skin. Both types can cause skin cancer: UVB is responsible for the majority of sunburns. UVA penetrates deep into the skin. It ages the skin, but contributes much less towards sunburn. A third type of UV ray, UVC,…

Health Insurance for your Working Holiday

April International offer a number of International health insurance solutions whether you are looking at a long term, short term, international study or round-the-world insurance. They can provide both individual and corporate options. With years of experience in the International Health insurance market, April International could offer you the solution your have been searching for.

7 good reasons to buy a Private Medical Insurance Policy

Are you looking for a Private Medical Insurance Policy? Whether you are looking for individual cover, family cover or a policy for your business, our 7 good reasons will apply. Shorter waiting times via Private Medical Insurance. With a health Insurance policy in place you will be able to receive treatment as soon as you need it. You can even select a date which is convenient for you rather than not knowing when your treatment will take place. Your policy can help you to avoid joining the NHS waiting list. Recover in your own private hospital room With Private Medical…

Which private hospitals are covered by your Health Insurance policy?

There are so many things to consider when you buy a health insurance policy. Making the right choice of private hospitals is something you should definitely consider. Some private medical insurance providers offer just one complete list whilst others break their hospitals down into different groups.

Diagnostic Test Cover Options when a Reduced Out-patient benefit is selected

When you look at ways to reduce your Health Insurance premiums one option is reducing your out-patient cover level. This option can offer a substantial saving on your premium. You may not realise however, how this will affect the cover you have available for out-patient diagnostic tests.

National Glaucoma Awareness Week

This week 5th to 11th June, 2017 is Glaucoma Awareness Week. The International Glaucoma Association (IGA) is a UK charity for people with glaucoma and they are educating people about the importance of eye pressure as part of a regular eye health check. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is the name given to a group of eye conditions. It is where the main nerve to the eye is damaged where it leaves the eye. This nerve is known as the optic nerve. It carries information about what is being seen from the eye to the brain and as it becomes damaged…

Raise a Glass for the 17th Annual World Milk Day

If you believe you have a food intolerance you should visit your GP. Lactose intolerance is commonly reported and there are alternatives available. Your GP can refer you to a dietician or nutritionist and they can investigate further for you.