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Do you need private health insurance in your 50s?
Are you thinking about the future? Here’s what HBF members in their 50s claim for the most on hospital and extras cover.
Here’s what HBF members in their 40s claim for the most on hospital and extras insurance.
1 July 2026
Here’s what HBF members in their 70s claim for the most on hospital and extras insurance.
1 July 2026
Is the future on your mind? Here’s what HBF members in their 30s claim for the most on hospital and extras insurance.
1 July 2026
Is private health insurance worth it for you? Here’s what HBF members in their 20s claim for the most on hospital and extras cover.
1 July 2026
Is private health insurance worth it for you? Here’s what HBF members in their 60s claim for the most on hospital and extras cover.
1 July 2026
Health cover is important to consider. We explain why, so you can make up your own mind about whether it's right for your needs.
30 June 2026
Exercise plays an important role in recovery after lumbar decompression surgery, helping restore movement, strength and confidence.
21 June 2026
Feel exhausted even after 8 hours? Sleep apnoea could be the reason — and it’s easier to check than you think.
17 June 2026
There comes a time, often while also navigating everything that comes with midlife existence, that you realise your parents...
16 June 2026
Recovery after lumbar decompression surgery happens in stages. While many people follow a similar pattern, timelines can vary.
15 June 2026
Disc replacement surgery involves replacing a damaged spinal disc with an artificial one, helping relieve pressure on nerves...
14 June 2026
Recovery after disc replacement surgery happens gradually, as your spine heals and adjusts to the artificial disc.
14 June 2026
Lumbar decompression surgery is performed to relieve symptoms.
14 June 2026
Exercise plays an important role in recovery after disc replacement surgery, helping restore movement, strength and confidence over time.
10 June 2026
This Men’s Health Month: build simple habits—move more, eat well, stay connected, get checked. Every step counts.
7 June 2026