With the media focus on alcoholism making people rethink their drinking habits, Emma Gregson looks at the implications alcohol misuse and dependence has on premium ratings
With so many different variations of aneurysms, understanding the difference is key to deciding what kind of cover can be offered to those living with the condition, says Debra Bradley
While thyroid disorders are relatively low risk, lack of control over the condition could cause problems for potential policyholders, reveals Daniel Patrick
Insurance providers need to look more closely at increasing levels of extreme drinking in the UK and the impact they may have on early death claims, explains Paul Edwards
Debra Bradley assesses the impact of worldwide travel,smoking and cannabis use on respiratory diseases and theunderwriting of those conditions
Some thyroid gland disorders can have serious implications. Simon Taylor gives an underwriter's view of the various levels of risk associated with each condition
Cardiac arrhythmia is a common heart problem. Paula Kemp explains what advisers should know when sufferers apply for life and health cover
Sion Pedrog outlines some common blood disorders and asks how underwriters view different conditions
Alcoholism and drug abuse are serious medical conditions that can prove fatal. Christina Sharples explains how underwriters view applicants with a history of these disorders
Claire Mackie defines some common heart valve diseases and explains how underwriters view these conditions