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1 September 2024 12:57

Buying healthier food reduces the likelihood of becoming obese by 13%, Vitality research shows; Vitality enhances HealthyFood rewards

Johannesburg, September 1, 2024- Discovery Vitality’s latest research shows that regularly purchasing healthy food can lead to a 13% reduction in the risk of becoming obese.
“Purchasing behaviours have a profound influence on our dietary habits, which are linked to dietary risk factors that contribute to over 7 million deaths globally per year. Our latest research underscores the health risks

30 July 2024 15:56

Rewarding positive behaviour with over 10 billion Ðiscovery Miles in 2024

Johannesburg, 30 July 2024 – Discovery, today, released a paper on the value Discovery Vitality members get from Ðiscovery Miles, the currency used to give clients rewards for positive behaviours across the integrated Health, Drive and Money behaviour-change platforms.

Highlights from the research:
In 2024 alone, Discovery Vitality members are expected to earn more than Ð10 billion with

7 March 2024 08:33

Check your health: Discovery Vitality research emphasises the prevalence of obesity and shows people are not screening enough

An analysis conducted by Discovery Vitality across South Africa between 2019 and 2023 shows that health screening rates are lower than they should be.

9 February 2024 12:32

Vitality Year in Review 2023: A journey to the moon… 1,713 times!

Vitality members collectively recorded 87 million workouts in 2023 and achieved other fascinating milestones and great rewards for staying healthy.

6 December 2023 14:31

Living to 100 and beyond: Celebrating the Discovery Health Medical Scheme’s 90 centenarian members

In April 2023, Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) provided cover to 90 centenarian members (people aged 100 years or older), including two semi-supercentenarians aged 105. These members represent 0.0032% of DHMS lives (32 centenarians per million Scheme members). Ironically, DHMS centenarians are healthier than the average elderly member, with a chronic condition prevalence that is similar

23 November 2023 09:00

SAA, Discovery unveil premium lounge: Elevating travel to new heights

Johannesburg, 23 November 2023 – South African Airways (SAA) and Discovery are excited to unveil the completion of a landmark refurbishment of their premium airport lounge, a first-of-its-kind at OR Tambo International Departures. This newly revitalised space is a cornerstone in realising their joint vision of providing exceptional luxury and convenience for travellers.
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25 October 2023 15:57

New Discovery Health app introduces personalised, end-to-end healthcare journey including 3 cutting-edge, first-in-South Africa innovations

The new Discovery Health App offers a personalized gateway to the healthcare system for every Discovery Health customer. It enables end-to-end healthcare system navigation and support. The App provides access to cutting-edge digital healthcare technology and services for customers. The App integrates everything to do with one’s health in one place, so that customers can easily check in on their

31 July 2023 09:00

Discovery Bank clients can fast track their car collection with Ready2GO priority service at Europcar

Discovery Bank clients can now experience priority express checkout at Europcar in Cape Town, King Shaka, Lanseria and OR Tambo International airports through the convenience of paperless car collection.

1 March 2023 10:29

Discovery Vitality reveals “ObeCity Index” showing the South African city with the healthiest weight ahead of World Obesity Day; launches Vitality HealthyWeight programme

Discovery Vitality today announced the results of a national study comparing members’ collective weight across South African cities. The results show that Vitality members in Cape Town have the healthiest weight, while Gqeberha has the most room to improve.

23 November 2022 08:58

Discovery Bank makes sure no one misses out with #HackBlackFriday

JOHANNESBURG, 23 November 2022 - It’s the week of Black Friday and since 2018, this day has been one of the biggest shopping events of the year. With belts being tightened everywhere due to the current financial environment, many South Africans are waiting to find the best possible deals on high-value items or general household items from retailers everywhere.
Everywhere we look there are mas

25 October 2022 13:35

Research shows regular physical activity may boost COVID-19 jab effectiveness

Findings of a study by Discovery, SAMRC, WiSH, and the Sisonke programme suggest the more exercise done, the stronger the protective effect of vaccination.

15 August 2022 12:05

Join an online cook-along to help realise a child’s dream

Celebrity chefs come together to cook for children with life-threatening illnesses. Cooking for Dreams Fundraiser, in association with Discovery Vitality, takes place on 1 September 2022 with an online cook-along open to all.

29 March 2022 10:03

Discovery Bank launches first-of-its-kind integrated travel booking platform

Save money and go everywhere with Discovery Bank’s comprehensive Vitality Travel offering.

24 March 2022 15:45

The Science of Vitality – 25 years of driving positive behaviour change, and as relevant as ever

Discovery Vitality releases The Science of Vitality journal, highlighting the data, science and insights behind the global wellness and behaviour change programme, born in South Africa, now making 20 million people healthier in 37 countries
Johannesburg |24 March 2022
What if there was a way to make people live longer, healthier, happier lives and reward them for taking steps towards their

9 December 2021 15:05

Discovery Bank and Vitality Money clients spent 600 million Discovery Miles this November

Discovery Bank and Vitality Money clients spent 600 million Discovery Miles, adding up to R100 million in purchases, this November.
Discovery Bank extended its Discovery Miles Đ-Day, held on the 15th of every month, to include the full Black Friday weekend from 26 to 28 November. Miles Đ-Day is an opportunity for Discovery Bank and Vitality Money clients to get up to 40% off when spending their

24 November 2021 11:36

Bigger Miles Ð-Day discounts for a Black Friday Weekend Takeover

Johannesburg, 24 November 2021 — Discovery Bank today announced additional discounts for an extended period for this upcoming Black Friday. As part of a Miles Ð-Day Black Friday Weekend Takeover, qualifying Discovery Bank clients can double their Discovery Miles discounts on purchases made at retail partners between 26 and 29 November 2021.
“Discovery Miles are already more valuable than cash w

16 November 2021 07:16

Discovery Bank clients get first access to Justin Bieber Justice World Tour tickets

Johannesburg, 16 November 2021 —Following the announcement that the Justin Bieber Justice World Tour will include two dates in South Africa in late 2022, Discovery Bank is excited to give its clients exclusive access to purchase tickets 48 hours before ticket sales officially open on 3 December 2021.
The much-anticipated Justin Bieber Justice World Tour, happening between May 2022 and March 20

10 November 2021 13:51

Fitness devices helped people stay fit during the COVID-19 pandemic – and will change the way we work out in future

Access the full paper on https://journals.co.za/doi/10.18772/26180197.2021.v3n3a8

20 October 2021 10:25

Olympic gold medallist Tatjana Schoenmaker named as a Discovery Vitality Ambassador

JOHANNESBURG, 20 October 2021 – Discovery is proud to announce Tatjana Schoenmaker (24) as a Discovery Vitality Ambassador. The South African swimming sensation has recently returned home from the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games after winning a gold medal and setting the world record in the 200 m breaststroke, as well as bringing home silver in the 100 m breaststroke.
“We are delighted and honoured t

18 August 2021 14:06

Vitality partners with Captains Usain Bolt and Wayde van Niekerk in 2021 Running World Cup to get SA moving once more

Vitality and the Running World Cup today announce the return of our global mass participation running challenge for 2021 Participation is free by registering at www.runningworldcup.com or downloading the Vitality Running World Cup app. Aligned to Vitality’s global ambition to get 100 million people 20% more active by 2025, and informed by research that physical activity builds resilience again

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