What’s Happening?

What’s Happening?

What’s Happening?

A fifth of bowel cancer patients diagnosed as an emergency

A fifth of bowel cancer patients diagnosed as an emergency

The chances of survival are worse when diagnosed late. A fifth of patients with bowel cancer in England and Wales are diagnosed in an emergency presentation such as A&E, figures show. The annual National Bowel Cancer Audit reveals that in the year to 31 March...

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A reminder: what does health insurance cover?

A reminder: what does health insurance cover?

The ABI produces consumer guides to health insurances. As a reminder of where health insurance is and is not effective we have outlines the pros and cons. Outlined are the questions often asked on health insurances and the ABI’s answers. What treatment does private...

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Government looks to extend Pension AE to self-employed

Government looks to extend Pension AE to self-employed

Proposals are contained in government's 'Good Work' plan, and could include those on short-term and zero hours contracts. The Department of Work and Pensions will consult on ways to boost pension savings among the self-employed in the coming months. These proposals...

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Mental health: it’s everyone’s business

Mental health: it’s everyone’s business

Bupa Global recently held their annual conference at Somerset House, London. The event updated brokers on new approaches, successes and initiatives including a focus on customer service and investment on digital technology. The stand out part of the event was a panel...

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