healthcare
Bupa: Further IPT rise punishes those 'who protect their health'
Bupa has criticised the further rise to insurance premium tax (IPT) as punishing those who take responsibility for their health.
Autumn Statement 2016: IPT increases to 12%
The new chancellor Phillip Hammond (pictured) has announced a rise in insurance premium tax (IPT) meaning the rate will increase to 12% from June 2017.
UK managers still reluctant to discuss serious illness with staff
One-fifth (20%) of UK managers with a team member who has, or has had, cancer do not know how to discuss that or any other serious illness with employees, according to research by AXA PPP healthcare.
Keep your older clients covered this winter
Jonathan Long discusses the importance of keeping older clients covered as winter draws in.
(Private) Health check: The evolving relationship between private and NHS care
Network Research's Clare Chamberlain discusses research into public attitudes to private healthcare and its complex relationship with the NHS.
Almost half of Brits would 'welcome' use of wearables in workplace
British business could be set for a 'wearable revolution' after research found 45 per cent of workers would welcome the introduction of the technology by their employers.
AMII meets FCA to discuss GI renewals impact on PMI
The Association of Medical Insurers and Intermediaries (AMII) has shared the 'significant concerns' of its members over legislative changes to general insurance renewal policy at a 'productive' meeting with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
Insights: Protection - Looking past the price
Purchasing protection insurance on cost alone is a risky business. Deepak Jobanputra looks at the factors that add real value
Bupa Global launches IPMI range for businesses
Bupa Global, the international health insurance arm of Bupa, has today launched a new range of tiered international private medical insurance (IPMI) products available to UK businesses.
Heart disease, cancers and respiratory diseases continue to increase company healthcare costs
The cost for companies to provide medical care to staff continues to vastly outpace inflation in most major economies, according to research by Mercer Marsh Benefits.
Health Shield launches flexible company paid cash plans
Health Shield will launch a new version of its 'Essentials' and 'Elements' standard plans in January 2017, enabling employers to add private medical insurance (PMI) excess and EAP modules according to need.
AMII to host Brexit debate
The opportunities and challenges associated with Brexit will be on the agenda at the Association of Medical Insurers and Intermediaries' (AMII) annual summit.
Bupa's Perry: Private sector 'must be bolder' in publicising contribution to UK healthcare
Bupa's Alex Perry has urged the independent healthcare sector to fight harder for customers, affordability and to be bolder in talking about its contribution to the UK healthcare system.
Bupa appoints Perry as UK CEO
Bupa has appointed Alex Perry as CEO of Bupa Insurance, leading Bupa's regulated insurance business in the UK.
Cigna launches virtual health app
Cigna UK HealthCare Benefits (Cigna) is launching Cigna Virtual Health, a personalised well-being app that provides tools and coaching to proactively manage people's health on the go.
Vitality first UK insurer to partner with Apple Watch
Vitality has introduced Vitality Active Rewards with Apple Watch Series 2
Vitality partners with Ocado for health rewards
Vitality is partnering with Ocado which will see Vitality members rewarded for buying healthy food through the online grocer.
Now Health International appoints Americas VP of sales and marketing
Now Health International and Best Doctors Insurance announces the appointment of David Capote as the Americas VP of Sales and Marketing.
Cigna: A single, fully admitted health insurance solution for sub-Saharan Africa
Cigna Global Health Benefits recently announced an expanded partnership with African-based insurer, the Hollard Insurance Group writes Gilles Nyssens in this sponsored piece.
Bupa Global appoints managing director
Bupa Global, the international health insurance arm of Bupa, has appointed Sheldon Kenton as managing director, subject to regulatory approval.
Doctors will have to declare income from private work
Senior NHS doctors will have to declare their income from private work for the first time under plans according to new rules that take effect from April 2017.
FCA regulation: Is shopping around best for PMI customers?
The Health Insurance Group's Brett Hill warns that new Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) requiring general insurance and therefore private medical insurance customers to shop around, may not be best for everyone.
Young and middle aged adults struggle to meet health recommendations - Simplyhealth
Some 88% of UK adults believe the NHS should prioritise life threatening conditions over common health issues according to Simplyhealth research.
Westfield Health confirms HQ opening date
Westfield Health is preparing for the opening of its new headquarters, creating a 'health and wellbeing hub' for employees and customers and notifying customers of closure dates during the move.
