Aviva changes underwriting questions due to coronavirus

As of today

Adam Saville
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COVID-19 questions added for applicants and referral for underlying medical conditions

Aviva is making some changes to its underwriting questions for its protection products due to coronavirus (COVID-19) for new customers, COVER understands. It is adding the following questions: "Are you currently experiencing symptoms of a cough, a high temperature or fever, breathing difficulties or any other symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19); or Have you tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19); or Are you self-isolating due to symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19); or Have you been advised to self-isolate for any other reason, or had direct contact with someone who's been confirmed or ...

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