Overview of group risk protection – an employer’s guide

GRiD has produced a fact-sheet giving an overview of group risk protection insurance – what it is, the extent of the market, claims paid and other points for employers to consider.   GRiD (Group Risk Development) is an industry body that aims to promote and...

The value of a second opinion

Second opinion services are available through many health and risk insurances but employers often do not realise their potential.   Writing in Reward magazine Dominic Howard, Director, European Sales and Accounts at Best Doctors shares insights on the second...

Health insurer takes a fresh look at their approach to mental health

Aviva is launching a new mental health service which will help employees of its large corporate clients get quick, specialised support when experiencing mental health conditions.   The new service enables employees with a mental health condition to receive rapid...

Insurer launches new online GP service

VitalityHealth has launched a new GP service which they claim transforms the health insurer’s capability to deliver primary care benefits that can be accessed quickly and easily. VitalityHealth has said that they are now the only organisation offering and funding...