Discovery Insure research shows that poor and inconsistent sleep is one of the strongest predictors of vehicle accident risk, up to five times more predictive than traditional insurance risk factors. The findings have led to the launch of Vitality Drive Sleep Points to encourage healthier sleep habits and ultimately make South Africa’s roads safer.
The HealthTrend26 Report by Discovery Health is based on more than 60 million life-years of clinical, lifestyle and behavioural data from Discovery Health Medical Scheme, covering over 2.7 million members. Over the past decade, mortality has declined by 5.6%, reflecting deliberate action through earlier diagnosis, better treatment and sustained behaviour change.
Johannesburg, 3 June 2026 - Discovery has welcomed world-renowned sleep scientist Professor Matthew Walker to South Africa, where he delivered a compelling call to reframe sleep as a critical driver of health, performance and longevity. His visit comes at a time when sleep is increasingly emerging as a defining health issue of modern life and coincides with the successful launch of Vitality Sleep
For human resources (HR) directors, wellbeing can feel like yet another priority that’s competing for limited budget and attention. But Guy Chennells, Chief Commercial Officer of Discovery’s Corporate and Employee Benefits division, argues that wellbeing is not a separate ‘nice to have’ spend item. It’s actually a multiplier of the investment which companies are already making in their people.
Cancer affects 1 in 5 people globally, making it one of the most common health risks. Discovery Life claims data shows it now accounts for around 45% of severe illness claims and more than a third of disability claims — with costs often extending beyond treatment to include income loss, travel and caregiving.
Discovery Health has announced that Vitality Health International (Africa), its established employer health insurance business, has rebranded to Discovery Health - Global Health Solutions. “While our name is changing, our commitment to our clients and to our core purpose remains the same,” explains Emma Knox, CEO of Global Health Solutions at Discovery Health.
“We are thrilled to kick off another year of the Vitality Run Series, a platform built to inspire South Africans to lead more active, healthier lives,” said Celeste Williams, Head of Marketing at Discovery Vitality.
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Blurb: The SunSmart Skin Cancer Awareness Month runs from December to January each year, and with melanoma rising globally and in South Africa, awareness is key. Learn about what makes melanoma so dangerous, why early detection matters, and how being proactive can save your life.
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 330,000 new cases w
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Personal Health Pathways is brought to Discovery Health Medical Scheme members by Discovery H
Vitality and Google are partnering to bring AI-powered health solutions to millions. Vitality AI, announced through the new global partnership, will integrate Google Cloud's advanced AI and data analytics, with Vitality’s vast health datasets and behaviour-change expertise. This new platform has the potential to transform the health and life insurance sectors globally.
Johannesburg, 03 November 2025 – The Discovery Foundation, an independent trust as part of Discovery’s BEE transaction to invest in healthcare training, announced the recipients of its 2025 Awards at a ceremony in Sandton. These annual grants support public sector doctors, specialists, researchers and institutions to enable continued progress, quality and accessibility of healthcare in South Afric
