What if … our Dental cover gave members something more to smile about?Dental cover is an important part of any Extras health insurance policy, which is why, in 2024, we are making some changes to ours. From 1 January, we’re increasing benefits across 77 of our most claimed General and Major Dental services, meaning less out-of-pocket costs for members. Category:HIF News, Dental HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF named Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia Over the past 12 months, HIF has made significant strides in advancing diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Today, we are delighted to announce we have been recognised for our efforts by being awarded coveted Inclusive Employer status for 2023 by the Diversity Council Australia.Category:HIF News, HIF CareersRead MoreWrite a Comment
What if … we helped members get a better night’s sleep? At HIF, we recognise sleep as one of the three pillars of health – along with diet and exercise. It’s why today, we’re announcing two new partnerships aimed at educating and helping our members get a better night’s sleep. Category:HIF News, Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF 2022-23 Annual Report reveals strong results and reaffirms commitment to membersHIF has released its Annual Report for 2022/23 In Our Members’ Best Interests, showcasing its continued financial strength and ongoing commitment to supporting its 50,000+ members.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
QUEST Initiative delivers promising early results on the impact of medicinal cannabisQUEST Initiative delivers promising early results on the impact of medicinal cannabis.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF teams up with the Perth Wildcats for a record 12th seasonAs excitement builds ahead of the 2023/24 National Basketball League season, we’re delighted to announce we’ve renewed our partnership with the Perth Wildcats for a record 12th consecutive year.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF supports next phase of global medicinal cannabis study in AustraliaThe QUEST Global study, led by Curtin University and sponsored by medicinal cannabis supplier Little Green Pharma (LGP), with the support of HIF, will assess whether medicinal cannabis reduces the economic impact of chronic disease, by reducing both the number of medications a patient requires and their need for healthcare services.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF sleep survey reveals cost of living crisis may be keeping Australians awake at nightAustralians who are struggling to make ends meet are missing out on the recommended hours of sleep for a physically and mentally healthy life. A survey conducted by CoreData WA on behalf of HIF found a clear link between poor health and lower disposable income, and quality of sleep.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
What if…we talked tax?As Australia's first certified carbon neutral health fund, we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint. Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF supports expansion of St John WA Community Transport Service in Northam St John Giving is expanding its Community Transport Service (CTS) to Northam, Western Australia thanks to the support of HIF. We have funded a fully equipped Kia Carnival with automatic external defibrillators and first aid kits, allowing trained St John volunteers to drive residents in Northam to vital healthcare services.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Risk Management Institute of Australia recognises HIF Chief Risk Officer We’d like to give a little shout out to our Chief Risk Officer Belinda Goosen who was named among the top two Chief Risk Leaders for 2023 by the Risk Management Institute of Australia.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF welcomes Federal Government crackdown on vapingHIF has welcomed news this week the Federal Government will ban non-prescription vapes in the biggest smoking reforms in a decade.Category:HIF News, General Medical, Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF partners with Reset Mind Sciences for landmark mental health treatment clinicHIF is partnering with Reset Mind Sciences to establish a landmark mental health treatment facility with capability to deliver psychedelic assisted psychotherapy.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF teams up with Cold Nips to make a splash about sleepHIF has teamed up with the community movement Cold Nips for a sunrise dip in the ocean to mark World Sleep Day today.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Technology entrepreneur Michael Malone joins the Board of HIFHIF is delighted to welcome to its Board technology entrepreneur and business executive Michael Malone. Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF announces lowest premium rate rise in nine yearsEvery year, like all Australian insurers, we review our premiums to ensure we can continue to cover the rising cost and increase in demand for quality healthcare. As a proudly not-for-profit health fund, we do all we can to avoid increasing our premiums any more than is absolutely necessary.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Why vaping is a fool’s paradiseAs a private health insurer, it’s our role to advocate for better health, even if it does mean sometimes ruffling a few feathers. E-cigarettes are being touted as the miracle saviour to help people quit smoking. However, we think they’re doing more harm than good. Until there is proper research on the real effects of vaping, we should not be supporting it in Australia.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF supports members impacted by Kimberley floodsHIF is reaching out to support members in the Kimberley region of Western Australia impacted by the recent flooding.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF to give $3million in COVID-19 claims savings back to membersHIF will return $3million in COVID-19 claims savings back to members* before Christmas.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF supports members affected by the flooding in Victoria and New South WalesAt HIF we are here for our members no matter how difficult the circumstances. HIF recognises the extraordinary impact the flooding in Victoria and New South Wales has had on our members over the last few weeks.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF champions Indigenous youth through new partnership with Binar FuturesAt HIF, we pride ourselves on partnering with organisations who align with our value of community. So it gives us great pleasure to announce we have signed a partnership with Binar Futures – a not-for-profit sport, education and leadership organisation supporting Indigenous youth in Western Australia.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
We take cyber security seriouslyWe’re aware of the cyber-attack at Optus and Medibank. HIF has not been impacted but we would like to reassure members we are actively monitoring the situation.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
WA health insurer HIF continues strong partnership with Perth WildcatsThe Health Insurance Fund of Australia (HIF) has renewed its partnership with Perth Wildcats for an 11th consecutive season, making it the longest officially recognised partner of the NBL team.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
What if … we could put bad sleeping habits to bed? This month, we are aiming to debunk some of the misconceptions that are keeping us up at night as part of our commitment to helping members get a better night’s sleep. Follow us on our socials for our “Sleepy September” A to Zzzz of sleep myths.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment