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Discovery Life claims data demonstrates the significant value of comprehensive life insurance during the COVID-19 pandemic

Discovery Life released its annual claims data insights today, illustrating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on life insurers Total claims paid out to clients in 2020 amounted to R4.7 billion, COVID-19 related pay-outs are expected to reach R6.2 billion across Individual Life and Group Risk claims by the end of the 2022 financial year COVID-19 has overtaken heart disease and cancer as the le

Discovery Business Insurance innovates to address the growing threat posed by Cyber Crime

Discovery Business Insurance innovates to address the growing threat posed by Cyber Crime

Johannesburg, 26 October 2021 – As the world recognises October as Cyber Security Awareness month Discovery Business Insurance is highlighting the critical need for businesses to ensure that they are appropriately covered to mitigate against the risk of cyber crime, which has become one of the biggest risks facing businesses today.

Now in its 18th year, Cyber Security Awareness Month, whi

Will COVID-19’s impact on cancer screening mean people are diagnosed with more advanced cancers?

Will COVID-19’s impact on cancer screening mean people are diagnosed with more advanced cancers?

Will COVID-19’s impact on cancer screening mean people are diagnosed with more advanced cancers?
1 in 28 South African women at risk of breast cancer
Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a decline in people sticking to routine and scheduled cancer screening checks - like mammograms for breast cancer, pap smears for cervical cancer, PSA blood tests and examinations for pro

Olympic gold medallist Tatjana Schoenmaker named as a Discovery Vitality Ambassador

Olympic gold medallist Tatjana Schoenmaker named as a Discovery Vitality Ambassador

JOHANNESBURG, 20 October 2021 – Discovery is proud to announce Tatjana Schoenmaker (24) as a Discovery Vitality Ambassador. The South African swimming sensation has recently returned home from the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games after winning a gold medal and setting the world record in the 200 m breaststroke, as well as bringing home silver in the 100 m breaststroke.
“We are delighted and honoured t

Pioneering Algorithm Calculates The Number Of Years Individuals Can Expect To Live In Good Health

Pioneering Algorithm Calculates The Number Of Years Individuals Can Expect To Live In Good Health

Research shows that the number of years people are spending in ill health is increasing, primarily due to the rising prevalence of chronic diseases, driven by unhealthy lifestyles Experts call for focus on healthspan, the quality of life, alongside lifespan, the quantity of life, citing significant economic and social benefits Pioneering algorithm by Vitality, in collaboration with RAND Europe,

Discovery announces the latest business innovations within the Discovery Health portfolio

Discovery announces the latest business innovations within the Discovery Health portfolio

Johannesburg, 1 October 2021: Discovery announced the latest business innovations within the Discovery Health portfolio, at its its annual product-update event with financial advisers on 30 September 2021.
“The golden thread running through the various elements we shared with the financial adviser community and media today, was our focus on personalisation of healthcare through digitally-powere

Discovery Bank and Vitality announce new offerings to deliver integrated value for clients

Discovery Bank and Vitality announce new offerings to deliver integrated value for clients

Johannesburg, 30 September 2021 – Discovery Bank today announced new digital and fintech innovations for a comprehensive digital financial services experience at its annual product-update event with financial advisers.
“With the latest features, our clients have access to a full range of financial capabilities in one place – our digital banking platform. This platform is not only transforming b

Deferred contribution increase allows Scheme to keep pace with expected medical inflation, while providing financial relief for members.

Discovery Health Medical Scheme announces a second year of deferred contribution increases

30 September 2021 - Today Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) announced that it would again the delay the implementation of its annual contribution increases. After delaying the annual contribution increases for 2021 by 6 months to 1 July 2021, the Scheme announced that the annual contribution increases of 7.9% for 2022 would only be implemented from 1 May 2022. This makes Discovery Health Me

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