Discovery Health

2 October 2026

Get insights into the 2027 medical aid contributions increase by South Africa's leading schemes. Understand the factors behind it.

10 September 2026

Discovery earnings growth accelerated as stronger cash generation, Discovery Bank and Vitality Health lifted performance.

9 September 2026

Discovery Group results for 2026 show profit up 17% to R17.75bn, driven by Discovery Health, the Bank's turnaround and global Vitality growth.

29 August 2026

Young adult mental health claims have risen 80% in a decade, Discovery Health data shows, as earlier care-seeking reshapes demand.

24 July 2026

The Extensior launch in South Africa offers 15% lower semaglutide prices, but Discovery Health says scheme coverage is unlikely to expand.

20 July 2026

Learn how Discovery Health aims for robust membership growth amid challenges posed by churn and an aging member pool.

12 June 2026

Find out how DHMS AI prompts drive better health outcomes for Discovery Health Medical Scheme members through personalised guidance.

15 January 2026

Discovery Health claims will now be covered by the scheme after a processing error led to member outcry and regulatory scrutiny.

15 January 2026

Discovery Health claims error prompts backlash as 16,000 members face repayments. Critics question the administrative failure.

14 January 2026

GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy are transforming obesity treatment in SA amid rising health concerns and systemic barriers.

6 November 2025

South African households face financial pressure with upcoming medical aid contribution increases for 2026. Find out more.

11 October 2025

Explore the link between irregular sleep and increased mortality risk. Poor sleep can lead to serious health consequences.

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