Have you seen our health insurance guides and resources?

Health insurance is one of our key areas of focus. Together with our members, we have compiled a range of resources with helpful information for New Zealanders. 

We produce a range of resources to support the health insurance industry, and have guides for everyday New Zealanders to access.

These resources are a great tool to share with customers, adviser networks, friends and whānau.

FSC health-focussed events

CEO Panel - The Future of Health Insurance webinar

Long COVID and the Effect on the NZ Health System replay from the FSC. Conference 2022

Health insurance guides

•  Types of health insurance - this guide provides an outline of the types of health insurance available in New Zealand.
• Why have health insurance? - this guide contains reasons for why health insurance should be prioritised.
• Health insurance makes sense - this guide contains costs, data and statistics about the benefits of health insurance.

Health and wellbeing resources for New Zealanders

Our Money and You platform offers money tips for everyday New Zealanders, and we regularly share helpful information about a range of topics, including health and wellbeing. 

Here are some examples of blog and video content that focus on health and wellbeing:

• 10 health insurance terms explained: 

  Health insurance can be a little confusing, but, it doesn’t have to be. We’ve cut through the jargon and explained common health insurance concepts to help you find the right cover for you.

• Health insurance myths busted: 

  To get the most out of any health insurance policy it’s important you understand your cover. Common misconceptions can get in the way of that. To clear the air we’ve taken a closer look at those misconceptions, and busted 10 common health insurance myths. 

• Is health insurance the best work perk? A conversation with Southern Cross' Kerry Boielle about why you should consider more than just a pay check.
• Cervical screening explained: 

  Cervical cancer is one of the easiest cancers to detect and prevent, as long as women and their whānau have regular cervical smears. With that in mind, here’s a quick summary of everything you need to know to protect yourself and your whānau.

• Breakthroughs helping Kiwis living with diabetes: 

  Guest writer Len Elikhis from AIA New Zealand explains what diabetes is to raise awareness of the condition.