Topics: Health, Health Care, Pharmaceuticals

Personalised AI coaching can help drivers change risky habits, a new Discovery Insure and Johns Hopkins University study finds

13 October 2026 13:56

A study by Discovery Insure, Johns Hopkins University and Affective Mobility – involving 5,000 Discovery Insure clients across 1.7 million trips and 15 million kilometres of real-world driving – has found that drivers who receive hyper-personalised, AI-powered in-car coaching record measurable improvements across five risky driving behaviours, especially cellphone use while driving.

Pfukani Mobile Clinic provides first-of-its-kind women’s health services across rural Mpumalanga

5 October 2026 10:26

Bushbuckridge, 05 October 2026: The Breast Health Foundation, in partnership with Discovery and the Mpumalanga Department of Health, recently launched the Pfukani Mobile Clinic, a purpose-built, solar-powered medical unit that brings breast and cervical health services directly to rural communities in Bushbuckridge. Established through a public-private partnership, it is the first mobile clinic of

From enhanced flight, sleep and fuel rewards to greater financial protection: What Discovery announced for 2027

1 October 2026 16:43

Discovery unveils wide-ranging 2027 enhancements across its ecosystem, led by the continued evolution of its Superbank proposition. New benefits include richer flight, fuel and Discovery Miles rewards, expanded healthcare and gap cover offerings, enhanced investment and employee benefits, and new wellness innovations designed to help members become healthier and more financially secure.

Discovery Health Medical Scheme contributions increase between 7.4% and 8.9% for 2027; new Active Core plan delivers the most affordable family cover in the market at R500 per child dependant

1 October 2026 15:52

Discovery Health Medical Scheme contributions increase by between 7.4% and 8.9% for 2027, effective 1 January 2027. The Scheme will introduce a new plan, Active Core, on 1 January 2027. Active Core offers core medical scheme cover from R3,750 a month for a family of three, with a child dependant rate of R500 - the most affordable child dependant rate in the market.

Discovery Vitality’s weight management programme now includes doctor-led GLP-1 support

1 October 2026 08:30

Johannesburg, 1 October 2026 - Discovery Vitality today announced that its Vitality HealthyWeight programme now includes a doctor-led assessment, which may include anti-obesity medicines where clinically appropriate, to help people achieve responsible, lasting health improvements.
The launch accompanies a new Discovery Vitality white paper, Beyond Medication, which highlights the scale and pers

Discovery grows operating profit 17% to R17.75bn as Bank drives new strategic phase

3 September 2026 11:03

Discovery's annual results for the year ended 30 June 2026 reflect an exceptional year. Group operating profit grew by 17%, and normalised headline earnings grew by 21%. For the first time, operating profit exceeded US$1 billion - an important milestone for Discovery.

Personal Health Pathways helps women take earlier preventive health action

31 August 2026 08:39

New Discovery Health data published as Women's Month ends shows strong female engagement with personalised health actions, screening and day-to-day healthcare support.

Non-disclosure: a common reason life insurance claims are declined

25 August 2026 08:30

When you take out life insurance, you’ll be asked about your medical history and lifestyle. Being open and accurate upfront helps ensure that your cover works as intended. Missing information, even if left out unintentionally, can have adverse consequences for your cover and your loved ones’ financial security.

Poor sleep is one of the biggest blind spots in road safety, Discovery Insure research reveals

15 July 2026 08:38

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.

Discovery Health Medical Scheme demonstrates resilience, affordability and innovation at 2026 AGM

26 June 2026 09:48

Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) reaffirmed its financial resilience and commitment to member value at its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) which was held virtually yesterday (25 June 2026), against a backdrop of sustained pressure on household healthcare costs.

Too young for life insurance cover? The data suggests otherwise

22 June 2026 08:12

Discovery Life claims data shows that serious illness and disability can affect young adults far earlier than many people expect. Over the last five years, Discovery Life paid R378 million in claims to clients under 30.
Johannesburg, 22 June – If you’re in your 20s and building a career, life insurance may not be high up on your list of priorities. It can feel like something you’ll need later i

New Discovery Health report shows mortality declines by 5.6% over the past decade as earlier intervention and behaviour change improve outcomes

10 June 2026 12:28

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.

Sleep has a “PR problem” and it’s costing us our health

3 June 2026 11:14

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

The future of employee wellness: rewarding behaviour, not bailouts

12 May 2026 15:03

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.

smartQare and Cuviva support Discovery Care at Home programme in South Africa with integrated remote monitoring and care coordination technology

11 May 2026 14:54

European digital health companies smartQare (based in the Netherlands) and Cuviva (based in Sweden) partner with Discovery Health to strengthen the technology foundation of the ‘Discovery Care at Home’ offering. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the infrastructure required to deliver safe, scalable hospital-level care in the home.

Getting paid to sleep well: Vitality launches world-first Sleep Rewards

7 May 2026 10:49

JOHANNESBURG, 7 May 2026 – Discovery Vitality today cements its position as the world’s most scientifically driven wellness programme by launching the proprietary Vitality Sleep Score and a new Vitality Sleep Rewards programme. This historic launch marks the first time in almost 20 years that Vitality has added a new core pillar to the programme, placing Sleep alongside Screening, Physical Activi

The financial reality of cancer: are South Africans prepared?

20 April 2026 10:57

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.

Stella - world-leading menopause support app - launches in South Africa, exclusive to Discovery Health Medical Scheme members aged 35 to 70

18 February 2026 11:06

Discovery Health has partnered with UK-based digital health innovator Vira Health to introduce Stella – a globally recognised, clinically validated menopause support app – to South Africa for the first time.

First race of the 2026 Discovery Vitality Run Series Kicks off with energy and purpose

10 February 2026 15:00

“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.

Discovery Health Medical Scheme reports cancer diagnoses rise 3.8% in a year: More cancers are being detected at earlier stages, and Personal Health Pathways is boosting cancer screening rates

2 February 2026 12:11

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This press statement is issued by Discovery Health (Pty) Ltd, registration number 1997/013480/07, an authorised financial services provider and accredited administrator of medical schemes, on behalf of Discovery Health Medical Scheme, registration number 1125, which it administers. Personal Health Pathways is brought to Discovery Health Medical Scheme members by Discovery H