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Brain Tumour awareness Month – March 2023
If you are looking for a charity to support this month, why not consider www.braintumourresearch.org, who are holding their Brain Tumour Awareness Month again this year? Launched in 2004 and still going strong, this event was designed to raise awareness and the funding required to continue with vital research. The vision for Brain Tumour Research is clear – to find a cure for all types of brain cancer. How you can get involved in Brain Tumour Awareness Month Friday 31st March 2023 is Wear a Hat Day. Part of Brain Tumour Awareness Month, this is well supported by the charity’s…
What is Burnout?
You will have heard about this condition before, but what is ‘burnout’? The World Health Organisation recognised it as an ‘occupational phenomenon’ in 2019. It is described as a state of both mental and physical exhaustion. Long-term work stress and working in a physically or emotionally draining role for a long period of time is a key factor. What are the common signs of burnout? There are several signs relating to burnout, and these include: Feeling tired or drained A feeling of helplessness and defeat Self-doubt Feeling overwhelmed Having a cynical or negative outlook Unless the underlying issues causing burnout…
Can anyone buy Private Medical Insurance?
With more and more people considering private medical insurance, the question ‘Can anyone buy private medical insurance?’ is often asked. For so long, people have perceived this to be a luxury purchase, but we no longer believe this is the case. In the UK, the NHS does a great job. For accident and emergency treatment, in fact, there is no better solution, but what about non-urgent medical treatment? As we have all seen, NHS waiting lists have increased around the country and show no signs of recovery. The stats about waiting lists are reported on the news every single day…
Is it worth seeing a private GP?
Every day you read or hear horror stories in the press about the lack of NHS appointments. For this reason, you might consider seeing a private GP for your own peace of mind, but is it worth doing? The lack of GP appointments is frustrating and caused by a number of factors, with the arrival of Covid across the globe certainly not helping, but, frustratingly for the NHS, the number of missed appointments also plays a part. Seeing a private GP via mobile app If you have a private medical insurance policy, then you are likely to have access to…
How do I choose the Best Health Insurance provider
When you are looking for the best private medical insurance in the UK. What in your opinion would make it the best? Are you looking for the best value or a diamond service provider.
How do I reduce the cost of my company private medical insurance?
Easy ways for business owners to reduce the cost of their company private medical insurance. Helping business owners to save money for health insurance without losing benefits and cover for their team.
Benenden Health for your Business
Benenden Health for Business is a great value policy for your staff. Super low cost and excellent value. No exclusions apply for pre-existing conditions and no upper age limit.
The UK Health & Protection Awards 2022
The UK Health & Protection Awards 2023 Ascend Health for Best Small Protection Advice Firm Wednesday 11th October 2023, London Hilton on Park Lane The UK Health & Protection Awards is the eminent celebration of excellence in professional standards and innovation shown by intermediaries and providers to individuals and corporate customers across the disciplines of private medical insurance, wellbeing and financial protection. The Awards culminates in a glittering black-tie gala dinner in London, hosted by a high-profile celebrity guest.
5 important reasons to consider health insurance in 2022
5 important reasons to consider health insurance in 2022 NHS waiting times are increasing Although we are lucky in the UK to have the NHS, you cannot open a newspaper or watch the news without hearing about the crisis it is currently facing, leading to many people looking at health insurance in 2022. With the treatment of Covid patients playing a major part in extended waiting times, it has been inevitable that non-urgent surgery has had to take a back seat. If you buy even a basic health insurance policy, you have the peace of mind you will be…
Getting more from your health insurance
Want to get more out of your health insurance? Here’s how… When you take out private health insurance you have the option to add extras at a cost. These are things such as dental, optical or travel insurance, and a private GP service. If these are something you are interested in please read on. Private dental insurance: When choosing your private medical insurance policy, have you considered the benefits of opting for a policy which offers a level of cover for dental claims? This policy will allow you to cover the cost of some of your private dental fees and is…