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When you want to make changes to live a healthier life

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When you want a GP appointment in the early hours

You can book a video appointment so you won’t have to leave the house.

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When you need to see a specialist quickly

Our Fast Track Appointments team will make it happen.

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When you need to go straight to the physio

We’ll arrange a phone appointment without asking for a GP referral.

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Before you take out your plan, think about what’s important to you and what you want to cover. Making a list of priorities can help you choose the right plan for your needs.

Your health in expert hands

Our private medical insurance gives you fast access to eligible health treatment when you need it. From seeing a specialist for prompt diagnosis to having a comfortable private hospital stay, we’re there to look after your health and wellbeing.

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Look after your teeth and your budget

Dental problems can be extremely painful. And, if you’re not insured, it’s not only your mouth that’ll feel the pain. Your wallet will also take a hit. Our dental insurance plans will make it easier for you to look after your teeth and manage the day-to-day cost of caring for them.

Whether you’re looking to cover check-ups or extra work like crowns, we’ve got a plan to keep you smiling.

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Put your health & wellbeing first

Our health and wellbeing centres offer you and your family helpful information about medical conditions and illnesses.

Conditions

7 steps to protect yourself from the effects of smog

How smog can affect your health and what you can do to protect yourself.

Conditions

High blood pressure

One in three people in the UK has high blood pressure. GP Sarah Jarvis gives her expert advice on how to prevent, diagnose and treat it. The low-down on high blood pressure

Wellbeing

Top 10 alternatives to brisk walking

Our #Walk30 TRYit challenge is all about brisk walking to help build a stronger heart...

Musculoskeletal

Osteoporosis and bone health

There’s a lot we can do to build strong bones and reduce the risk of osteoporosis – including paying attention to diet, exercise and our lifestyle choices – and the earlier we start, the better.

Cancer

Why is cervical screening important?

If all eligible women attended cervical screening regularly, 83% of cervical cancer deaths could be prevented. Here's why we should all get tested.

Conditions

Dr Barakat - Heart live chat

Dr Khalid Barakat answered your questions on heart health.

Conditions

Staying heart healthy

Most of us know how important it is to look after our heart...

Conditions

Dr Martin Hogg cancer live chat

For the first of our March 29 online live chat sessions we were very pleased to welcome Consultant Clinical Oncologist Dr Martin Hogg to answer your questions on the subject of cancer. Here are the questions you put to Dr Hogg and his answers in full: Ask Dr Martin Hogg from BMI about cancer

Wellbeing

Your guide to common sporting injuries

It’s great for your health and fitness to get involved with exercise and sport, but if you don’t warm up properly or train correctly

Cancer

Breast cancer does not always start with a lump

One survivor tells her story...

Musculoskeletal

Osteoarthritis the good news

The good news is there's plenty we can do to ensure our quality of life isn't compromised.

Wellbeing

Sports injuries live chat: our expert answers your questions on sport and health

Summer is a great time to play sport and get fit.

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When you’re worried about your health

When you need to understand what’s going on inside your body

When you want to make changes to live a healthier life

When you want a GP appointment in the early hours

When you need to see a specialist quickly

When you need to go straight to the physio

Find the private health cover that’s right for you

Your health in expert hands

Look after your teeth and your budget

Worried about your symptoms?

Put your health & wellbeing first

7 steps to protect yourself from the effects of smog

High blood pressure

Top 10 alternatives to brisk walking

Osteoporosis and bone health

Why is cervical screening important?

Dr Barakat - Heart live chat

Staying heart healthy

Dr Martin Hogg cancer live chat

Your guide to common sporting injuries

Breast cancer does not always start with a lump

Osteoarthritis the good news

Sports injuries live chat: our expert answers your questions on sport and health

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