Simpyhealth and Heart Research UK have funded a two year research project into the link between dental and heart health, which is being presented at the American Heart Association annual meeting in Chicago.

Saga Health Insurance has launched Health Cash Benefits Cover, an option that provides up to £900 cash back per year for various health costs, including dental care, optical care and health screening for the over 50s.

Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) technical specialist Rory Percival has denied there are "significant" differences in what the regulator thinks is adequate due diligence undertaken by firms and how the ombudsman finds in dispute cases.

Ellipse has automated its rate review process for its group life policies covering up to 500 members and group critical illness policies with up to 300 members.

Reliance Mutual has announced the launch of ‘There', an online brand which offers a combination of income protection and life cover.

Hang Seng Bank and Bupa, the largest health insurer in Hong Kong, have announced the launch of a range of insurance products and services for the bank's customers including a wellness-themed credit card.

More than a thousand people will be diagnosed with cancer everyday in the UK in December 2016 pushing the NHS to 'the limit', according to analysis from Macmillan Cancer Support.

SMEs are facing ‘significant business risks' by partnering with suppliers not covered against the loss of a key employee, Zurich has warned.

Dr Marius Barnard, the founder of critical illness insurance, died this morning at the age of 87.

Lloyds Banking Group is cutting its standalone protection advice service available via its bank branches due to a 'lack of demand.'