Personal Health Pathways helps women take earlier preventive health action
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.
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New Discovery Health report shows mortality declines by 5.6% over the past decade as earlier intervention and behaviour change improve outcomes
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.
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smartQare and Cuviva support Discovery Care at Home programme in South Africa with integrated remote monitoring and care coordination technology
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.
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Vitality Health International (Africa) changes its name to Discovery Health - Global Health Solutions
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.
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Stella - world-leading menopause support app - launches in South Africa, exclusive to Discovery Health Medical Scheme members aged 35 to 70
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.
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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
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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 -
Discovery Health Medical Scheme shares update on new Smart Saver Plan series ahead of January 2026 launch
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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 -
Thirteen years of Discovery Health Medical Scheme data show HIV mortality rates almost halved (down 47%) through sustained treatment and globally award-winning care
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HIV-related mortality among DHMS members has almost halved (down 47%) over 13 years, driven by sustained ART adherence, personalised data-driven care, and the strength of Discovery’s HIV Care Programme. Members living with HIV are living significantly longer, with the average age at death rising by eight years and mortality rates for virally undetect -
46% increase in mental health condition prevalence since 2012, among Discovery Health Medical Scheme members
Johannesburg, 28 October 2025 – New research reveals a sharp rise in mental-health condition prevalence among Discovery Health Medical Scheme’s (DHMS) members over the past 13 years. In 2024, one in seven DHMS members (15% of the overall Scheme population) registered or claimed for a mental health condition – up from one in ten (10%) in 2012 - equivalent to a 46% increase in prevalence over time.
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Sleep gets its rightful place in the health equation; Discovery Vitality launches exclusive ŌURA Ring partnership
Discovery partners with ŌURA to make the ŌURA Ring 4 available to clients; and announces the launch of a proprietary Vitality Sleep Score and world-first Vitality Sleep Rewards in 2026 to guide and reward people towards better sleep habits.
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Prioritising sleep can reverse health risks and extend life, according to Discovery’s analysis of 47 million sleep records
Discovery releases landmark research showing how poor sleep quality and quantity undermine physical and mental health, and safety on the roads - while also showing that better sleep can reverse these risks.
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Discovery Health Medical Scheme defers 2026 contribution increases to April and unveils new plans for young families, plus richer day-to-day benefits
Discovery Health Medical Scheme has announced a 7.2% weighted average contribution increase for 2026. Notably, 65% of members will experience only a 6.9% increase, while contributions for members on Active Smart plans will remain unchanged (0% increase). In an effort to support affordability, the Scheme will defer all contribution increases to 1 April 2026, leveraging its strong solvency position.
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Discovery Health and Parent Sense partner to provide expectant and new parents with app-based, personalised, expert-led support – at no extra cost
Access to the Premium edition of the Parent Sense app provides for medically vetted, expert-led, always-on support delivered to Discovery Health Medical Scheme members navigating pregnancy and parenthood.
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Vitality Health International partners with Acacia Health Insurance to launch innovative, healthy living reward-based insurance
Accra, Ghana, 10 July 2025 – Health insurance provider, Vitality Health International in partnership with leading in-market insurer Acacia Health Insurance, recently hosted an engaging roundtable discussion in Ghana, to highlight the transformative impact of wellness-driven health insurance. Discussions focused on how incentivising healthy behaviour can create a healthier, more productive workforc
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Discovery’s new phase of growth results in strong performance, with Discovery Bank continuing to perform ahead of plan
Johannesburg, 4 March 2025 – Discovery today presented its interim financial results for the six-months ended 31 December 2024 to the investor community.
Group Chief Executive, Adrian Gore, provided context to the Group’s strong performance and consistent growth across the two composites of the business. “We have emerged from a cycle of significant investment, which focused on creating new aven -
World-first: Personal Health Pathways by Discovery Health takes 2.1 million adult medical scheme members on a hyper-personalised health journey powered by predictive AI tech
[disclaimer] 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.
Harnessing the power of advanced, evidence-based data science and artificial intelligence (AI), Discov -
Affordable cover for accidents and medical emergencies through Discovery Emergency Cover
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The Discovery Emergency Cover range of options will be available from 1 January 2025 Employees and their families will now have access to extensive cover for accidents and trauma events, treatment in casualty and for emergency in-hospital procedures Discovery Emergency Cover is offered through three packages – Emergency Core, Emergency Plus, Emergency Max - starting at R90 per mont -
Flexicare brings more accessible and affordable healthcare to South African consumers
06 August 2024, Johannesburg: Discovery Health and Auto&General have announced enhanced benefits to its current day-to-day private healthcare offering, Flexicare, at a more affordable rate starting from R350 per month.
“We are thrilled to introduce a broader suite of services to the Flexicare offering, over and above the existing benefits, in the form of nurse-led journeys and a digital cl -
Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) prioritises members’ wellness, alongside continued focus on sustainability
Johannesburg, 31 July 2024: Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) continues to demonstrate strong performance, financial certainty and sustainability for members’ peace of mind.
Presenting at the Scheme’s Annual General meeting (AGM), Discovery Health Medical Scheme Principal Officer, Charlotte Mbewu, reflected on the achievements of the 2023 financial year. Results presented show that the S -
Mental health matters: Prioritising wellbeing in university students
University students are likely to experience mental health issues. What are the warning signs? And how can healthy eating, exercise and financial savvy play a role in protecting mental health?
28 June 2024, Johannesburg: Discovery Health Medical Scheme claims data show a 120% increase in the prevalence of mental health conditions among young people (ages 18-24) from 2012 to 2022, compared to an
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