This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information:
verify here.

News : November 2009

Private Healthcare UK keeps you up to date with the latest news and developments in private treatment in the UK.

Goodhealth Worldwide renamed Aetna Global BenefitsGoodhealth Worldwide, which Aetna acquired in late 2007, is now Aetna Global Benefits (AGB). In addition to expanding its brand, the organization is also enhancing its global service capabilities,...
PruProtect launches EssentialsPruProtect has launched Essentials. The new plan includes life cover only and life with serious illness cover. It includes the option to upgrade to the existing PruProtect Plan.
France the most popular expat destinationHalifax International has released a new report on expat trends, with intriguing information on where they actually move. 4% of British expats already own a home overseas with around a quarter saying...
Being bothered about employee eye healthOver two-fifths of computer-users are unaware their employer could help them with costs towards eye care, according to a new survey commissioned by sight charity The Eyecare Trust and healthcare...
AA warns of the need for travel insurance while travelling within UKAA Travel Insurance is warning travellers not to forget about travel insurance when travelling within the UK. A recent survey published in the Daily Mail suggests that 82% of Britons fail to buy...
Damning diagnosis on celebrity fad health-stylesGPs have slammed the health-styles of the rich and famous, warning that UK women are wasting money and potentially risking their health following celebrity health fads like cupping, colonic...
BPA linked with erectile dysfunction in humansMale workers who have been exposed to Bisohenol-A (BPA) at work have a much higher chance of suffering erectile difficulties - news which may interest those researching infertility treatment. A...
Minimally invasive surgery could have use as rectal cancer treatmentA new study has shown that the same laparoscopic surgery used to treat intestinal disorders could be useful as a rectal cancer treatment.
Chelsea star to undergo knee surgeryChelsea right back Jose Bosingwa faces an extended layoff after learning that he must undergo knee surgery (http://privatehealth.co.uk/hospitaltreatment/find-a-treatment/knee-surgery/) to help cure a...
Cancer divorce rates show women are more able to careThose about to undergo cancer treatment may be reassured to know that divorce rates among patients are largely similar to those in general population.
Study probes text effect on neck painScientists from Pennsylvania's Temple University are looking into the physiological effects of excessive texting on a mobile phone to establish whether young people could be putting themselves at...
Welfare reform highlights importance of incomeAccording to research commissioned by Friends Provident, very few people are aware of the changes made by the Welfare Reform Act. Most people think that it is unlikely that they will be off work for...
See the benefits of a healthy lifestyleSight charity The Eyecare Trust has joined forces with healthcare provider Simplyhealth to warn that many lifestyle choices can pose a serious threat to eyesight. As well as alerting people to the...
Gordon Brown's care plan criticisedTwo former members of the Royal Commission on Long Term Care have spoken out over Gordon Brown's plan to provide free domiciliary care to those with the highest needs.
New NHS constitutionThe government plans to enshrine in law the right to receive private care if NHS waiting times exceed national targets. Hospital patients in England will get the legal right to be seen privately if...
Breakthrough on government cancer waitMaggie Alexander at Breakthrough Breast Cancer comments, "We welcome the commitment in the NHS Constitution that by April 2010 patients will have the legal right to see a cancer specialist within two...
Brits at risk of avoidable sight lossA staggering three out of four Brits are putting off having their sight tested due to concerns over the cost of eyecare, glasses and contact lenses, according to a new survey commissioned for...
Medicash advertising campaignA new consumer advertising campaign for cash plan provider Medicash has been launched in a bid to increase sales of its plans.
Post Office Travel Insurance stresses cover is key for older holidaymakersResearch shows that 20 per cent of travellers over 55 enjoy extreme activities on holiday, including water sports and bungee jumping, and yet almost two-thirds do not take out travel insurance to...
Get travel insurance for your winter holidaySainsbury's Finance is warning winter holidaymakers to make sure they have adequate travel insurance, as it estimates that over a third of those who went on holiday this summer, did so without any...

Page: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]

[ « Previous | Next » ]