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Archive of posts published in the category: weight loss
Jul
23

Do Medical Aids Cover Obesity Treatment?

Obesity is a global problem and it’s growing. It’s not a feature of wealthier countries – and statistics reveal that it’s doubled since 1980. According to the World Health Organisation, there are more than 2.8 million deaths annually around the world because of…

Feb
8

Does Medical Aid Cover Weight Loss Procedures

Generally, medical aids will not cover a number of weight loss procedures, especially when it comes to cosmetic surgery. As a result, people take out loans to cover such expenses. Weight loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, requires specialist skills which are not widely…