Life and Health

A name, a proposal form and a signature: This is the start of a lifelong partnership between policyholder and insurer. For the client it means additional security - for the insurer, a risk.

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Healthmarket – Intelligent management and Partners in risk required

The cost of healthcare has been constantly rising for years. State health insurance schemes have already reached their limit. The enormous growth potential entails high risks. »more

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Obesity – An epidemic of affluence

Obesity is becoming a worldwide epidemic. With its combined insurance and reinsurance expertise, International Health is looking for ways to minimise the risk. »more

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Pandemic

The experts are largely in agreement: The next pandemic is sure to come, the only question being when and how extensive. The complex risk situation calls for an integrated approach. »more

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Growth market: Health

Healthcare systems are in a state of major change. High-quality services at acceptable prices are more in demand than ever. »more

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Medical Insurance Informations

Selected articles related to medical insurance aspects. »more

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Obesity — Food industry sued

More than 60% of Americans are overweight. As yet, only a small proportion of them have brought legal action against the food industry because they hold it responsible for their condition. »more

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Long-term care: A product with many variations

In many developed markets long-term care has become an integral part of an insurer's product portfolio. »more

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A growth market: Long-term occupational disability

New opportunities are emerging for the insurance industry — however, insuring this risk is by no means without its pitfalls. »more

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Opinion: Know-how for profitable business

Developing intelligent and innovative products in the field of occupational disability is one of the main challenges insurers face today. »more

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Disease management programmes and rehab management

Advantages for patients and insurers. Mo re quality of life does not have to cost more. »more

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Silicosis — A new claims complex?

US insurers have for some time been observing an increase in silica-related claims. »more

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Steps Toward Stability?

With a population of 1.3 billion, the insurance potential in China is huge - provided you have the requisite knowledge of the market. »more

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Insurance of Hepatitis B

A new diagnostic method using the HBV DNA test makes it possible to correctly insure clients in Asia with chronic hepatitis B. »more

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Sick through Hospitalisation

Hospital-acquired infections are on the increase, presenting hospital operators and liability insurers with new challenges. »more