New Laws that took effect at the start of this month marked a milestone in the public health campaign to combat the spread of vaping in our community. From March 1 all vaping products including liquids with or without nicotine, and hardware will be banned from importation. This will leave vapers who want to use their devices with nicotine, the option of obtaining a prescription from their GP, then buying nicotine vaping liquids from a pharmacy.

HIF’s 2024 health cover premium is changing on 1 April

According to the Australian Government, the use of cheques has declined by almost 90% over the past 10 years, with Australians choosing to move to more convenient, secure and digital payment methods. 

“I’m a big believer in free access to health care for all,” says Stef Gebbie, 30, from Tasmania. “But when I was diagnosed with a chronic health condition, it really highlighted the failings of our public health system. I realised I needed to get private health cover to ensure access to the best care.

What if … our Dental cover gave members something more to smile about?  

Over the past 12 months, HIF has made significant strides in advancing diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Today, we are delighted to announce we have been recognised for our efforts by being awarded coveted Inclusive Employer status for 2023 by the Diversity Council Australia.

HIF has released its Annual Report for 2022/23 In Our Members’ Best Interests, showcasing its continued financial strength and ongoing commitment to supporting its 50,000+ members.

HIF will return $3million in COVID-19 claims savings back to members* before Christmas.

In early September, the Government passed an amendment to the private health insurance legislation. The goal is to make health cover simpler and more affordable for Australians. The changes as a result of this amendment will be rolled out on 1 April 2019. So what are some of the major health reform changes and how might they affect you?

Have you ever heard of the term “self-insurance”? It’s being referred to as an alternative to the traditional process of taking out a health insurance policy as a safety net. But can you really afford to self-insure and is it the safest option? According to finance and insurance expert, Bessie Hassan from finder.com.au, “The answer is probably not. You never really know when a medical issue can pop up and how much it’s going to cost you, the reality is that not everyone can afford to fork out $35,000 when the time comes.” With this in mind, Bessie  discusses the importance of having health insurance and being covered if the worst happened.