February 2020

Touch Rugby; a fun and friendly way to keep fit

Touch rugby is a sport available for anyone to play. 02 Touch rugby is open to men and women over 17 years of age. It is reported to be an excellent way to keep fit. People of all abilities are encouraged to take part in this social fitness activity. Unlike normal rugby, there are no rucks, no malls and no scrums. This may be slightly more appealing to many people. Touch rugby is said to be a fantastic way to improve your cardio-vascular fitness and burn fat. For people who love the game of rugby, it is a social, energetic…

Have you heard about Hospital Treatment Insurance?

When you look at the options for employee benefits, you could consider a whole range of products: Private Medical Insurance Cash Plans Dental Insurance Employee Assistance Programmes Did you also know about Hospital Treatment Insurance from Westfield Health? Surgery Choices 1 and 2 offer your employees easy access to private surgery and medical treatment. This is a community rated policy. The cost for each member of staff is exactly the same regardless of their age or location. Hospital Treatment Insurance is designed to cover non-urgent surgical procedures. It does not offer surgical procedures for cancer, heart disease or emergency treatment….

Fantastic cover options from The Exeter

When you are choosing a private medical insurance policy for yourself or your family there are so many options. The Exeter are certainly one provider you should consider. There are some great brands in the market, many of whom are household names. We would urge you to consider some of the smaller brands who really can offer you excellent value for money. Health + from The Exeter is only available to personal customers who want cover for themselves or their family. The Exeter do not offer SME or corporate private medical insurance. What can you expect from Health +? With…

What care can you receive from a hospice?

Maybe you have not visited a hospice before? It may be worth attending an open day to find out about the services your local hospice can provide.

Eating Disorders Awareness Event in Chelmsford, Essex

There is no single reason why someone develops an eating disorder as the influences may be genetic, psychological, environmental, social or biological. However, the latest research shows that eating disorders are much more biologically based than was previously thought.

Self employed? Then this is a must read!

Did you know that AXA PPP offer group private health insurance to a self-employed person? If you are already self employed or you’re thinking of becoming self employed then you really should consider a private health insurance policy. What are the benefits? This insurance can supplement what’s available on the NHS. It gives you the choice in the level of care you get and how and when it is provided. Some specialist drugs and treatments aren’t available on the NHS but are available if you have a private medical insurance policy. You get quicker access to physiotherapy sessions if you…

Insurance Premium Tax; why the ABI is urging the government to reduce IPT rates

Whether you agree with it or not, private medical insurance does mean that many people have treatment privately and therefore do not rely solely on the NHS. The NHS, who are already struggling to cope with demand are then faced with providing treatment for those who traditionally had private medical insurance but feel they can no longer afford it.

What rhymes with Friday for you?

So we reach the end of a busy working week. We have worked hard, kept positive, helped clients, assisted colleagues and coped with another manic working week. What does Friday night mean to you? Perhaps you just head home and find your pyjamas? Maybe you head to the gym and run a quick 10K? Or do you head for the pub for a quick glass of wine? Friday may rhyme with wine (or a good old fashioned Gordon’s and tonic!) for me as meeting up with my friends, relaxing and chewing over the week’s events really helps to de-stress. I…

Arthritis and Osteoporosis evening at The Oaks hospital, Essex

You will hear from 2 consultant rheumatologists covering arthritis, gout and osteoporosis . Held at The Oaks Hospital in Colchester, Essex at 18.30 you will be able to hear from the experts. There is also the opportunity to ask questions in relation to these conditions.

Are you at risk of getting Gout?

Gout is a form of arthritis caused by excess uric acid in the bloodstream. Gout can result in sudden and severe pain in your joints (normally the big toe, fingers, wrists, elbows or knees. It can present with red, hot and swollen skin across the joint that has been affected.

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