SmartHealth Magazine - June 2010
As an alternative to receiving your copy of SmartHealth in the mail, HIF members now can download a pdf version from our online Member Centre. It’s a another practical way for HIF members to assist in reducing carbon emissions and make a positive contribution to our environment.
What's new this Winter
In this month's SmartHealth, you'll find features on:
- The 2010 budget and what it means for you;
- Understanding your private health insurance
statement for tax time; - A special HIF Member discount offer for Allen Carr’s
Easy Way to Stop Smoking - Australia programme; and - How to improve your posture.
You'll also find out more about our latest service and benefits review, including an update on how our recently increased
dental and optical rebates are helping members.
Time for an eye test?
Symptoms that may indicate you have vision-related problem include:
- Regular headaches
- Blurred or double vision
- Confusion of colours (eg. reds and greens)
- Sore or tired eyes
- Frequent blinking
- Sensitivity to light
- Holding a book or newspaper very close, or far away, to read
- Squinting or sitting very close when watching television
- Difficulty recognising familiar people in the distance
Many people are not aware that not only do optometrists provide overall eye checks, but many optometrists can provide additional services in the area of eye health such therapeutics, which can save time and cost in going to specialists. If you suffer from any of the above, make an appointment with your optometrists today.
Don’t forget, as of 1 January 2010, HIF increased optical rebates by up to 58% and increased annual limited by up to 48%!