Health insurance

Rising healthcare fees hinder financial stability amongst HK residents

The survey revealed 19% of people would pay for cheaper plans and fewer benefits.

Rising healthcare fees hinder financial stability amongst HK residents

The survey revealed 19% of people would pay for cheaper plans and fewer benefits.

Zurich pays over $1.53b in life insurance claims in 2023

Lifetime cost estimates for spinal cord injury ranged between $6.8m and $12.9m.

8 in 10 Asians cite healthcare costs as top concern

Yet, 39% said they prioritise physical well-being more than finances.

What will drive the health and medical insurance market for the next 4 years?

The industry is projected to rise at a CAGR of 8.9% by 2028.

Prudential Hong Kong forms alliance with 7 local hospitals

This partnership aims to build a healthcare ecosystem in Hong Kong.

Swiss Re Institute report predicts AI impact on health industry

Insurers are advised to take advantage of this to expand cyber risk offerings.

Manulife, Mind HK launch anti-stigma campaign

The two-year partnership will begin with four programmes to launch in 2024.

Singlife introduces first market insurance for dementia care

Dementia is the 5th leading cause of disability in the country.

52% of India’s health insurance policyholders indicate a premium increase

The industry’s premiums are expected to rise 10% to 15%.

Prosper Health joins AXA to strengthen healthcare in China

AXA customers gain access to medical facilities across 296 cities in China.

Sun Life unveils new ESG-focused critical illness plan

The plan covers 188 illnesses and 38 complex surgeries.

FWD Names Salvilla chief health officer of new unit

Dr. Salvilla joined FWD back in March 2021.

Health insurers show mixed profit margins in Q4’23

There was a noticeable decrease in market capitalisation noted from Q4’22 to Q4’23.

Four key policies to change Vietnam’s health insurance law

93 million Vietnamese individuals have health insurance.

The global insurance market projects a 4.5% CAGR increase by 2027

Demand for car and travel insurance is increasing, amidst mandatory coverage.

UAE mandates employer-paid health insurance to foreigners

This requirement has already been enacted in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.