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The much-anticipated Bupa Health Insurance and Bupa Optical & Hearing store in Wagga Wagga officially opened doors for the first time today, welcoming customers into the new format store.

Bupa has welcomed the decision by the Federal Government to make telehealth a permanent part of the Medicare system.

A new initiative hopes to bring children back into the city to see their very own Melbourne-themed art translated into a large and colourful installation by local artist Beci Orpin.

You’ve probably heard and seen a lot in the media about promising results from research trials of different COVID-19 vaccines, but with so much information, it can be difficult to separate the facts from the myths.

With COVID-19 expected to remain a threat in Australia for some time, Bupa has released a new framework for care homes operating in a ‘COVID-normal’ environment.

Bupa ANZ Chief Information Officer, Sami Yalavac has been named as Australia’s 15 most outstanding technology leader in the CIO50 2020, a globally respected list which celebrates the achievements of Australia's top 50 senior technology and …

As COVID-19 cases continue to grow in South Australia, the State Government has announced new restrictions. Here’s what they mean to our customers.

While the latest health insurance figures from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) reveal a challenging outlook for health insurers, the number of Victorian Bupa customers preparing to have elective surgery is almost 3 per cent …

Dr Myles Young explains how his life has changed since winning the 2019 Bupa Health Foundation Emerging Health Researcher Award. Submissions for the 2020 Award are now open.

Bupa has been ranked as one of the world’s best employers in Forbes’ annual ‘World’s Best Employers survey which asked participants to rate their satisfaction with their employers’ COVID-19 responses and score them on gender equality, social …

Bupa has commenced the reopening of its Victorian Health Insurance stores with strict hygiene and social distancing measures in place to protect customers and staff. All of Bupa’s retail stores across Australia will be open for business by Thursday …

There are a lot of good generic resources out there to help people look after their mental wellbeing, but what about advice tailored for dentists? As part of October’s Mental Health Month, we spoke with a psychologist for her top tips specific for …

Bupa Tamworth aged care residents were so disappointed in the cancellation of the local Show that they decided to hold their own this year.

With 2020 presenting a range of challenges to the mental health of young Australians, Kids Helpline has provided vital counselling and support to thousands of kids and young people, helping them understand why they are reacting in certain ways or …

Bupa Optical & Hearing network expands it’s presence in Queensland, with the acquisition of two stores in Townsville.

A collection of high-profile Australian business leaders have come together for a frank and open conversation about mental health and COVID-19. 

END RHD has endorsed a strategy to eliminate Rheumatic Heart Disease from Australia by 2031. Bupa supports END RHD as part of our vision for reconciliation to see health equality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

General Manager Lexie Dennis reflects on how the community supported their home through the COVID-19 outbreak, and looks to what’s next.

UPDATE Thursday 1 October 1pm The COVID-19 outbreak at Bupa Traralgon is officially closed. Over the weekend the Public Health Unit confirmed the news following several rounds of negative testing and an ‘active surveillance’ period. Bupa is …

Many of our aged care residents live with dementia, but this doesn’t stop their passion for creativity.

For news on individual care homes linked to COVID-19 cases, click here.

In a South Australian first, eligible Bupa memberscan access comprehensive care for hip or knee joint replacement surgery, with zero out of pocket-costs.    

COVID-19 has presented multiple challenges to Australia’s collective mental health with many people experiencing stress associated with health, finances and physical isolation over the past 6 months.

Queensland customers living with mental illness now have access to a range of out-of-hospital care options thanks to a new partnership between Australia’s largest health insurer, Bupa and leading community-managed specialist mental health service …

There’s a lot of misinformation about health insurance around at the moment, so here’s something simple to help you separate the facts from the fiction.

Bupa is inviting customers to take part in an innovative new trial that combines virtual reality (VR) and physiotherapy to deliver immersive exercise plans in the comfort of their own home.

UPDATE Wednesday 2 September 11:00am Bupa Sunshine remains closed to visitors while Melbourne is in Stage 4 restrictions, but residents aren’t letting that get their spirits down. Mary Parkinson, pictured, has been keeping in touch with her …

With Australians eating at home more and health top of mind in the pandemic, Woolworths Everyday Rewards and health fund Bupa are teaming up to reward customers for choosing fresh fruit and vegetables.

Today we will be celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Wear it Purple day. Wear it Purple was started to raise awareness of the bullying and discrimination faced by LGBTIQ+ young people, and the higher levels of suicide, depression and anxiety …

UPDATE: Friday 28 August COVID-19 outbreaks at our care homes in Woodend, Thomastown and Greensborough have been officially closed this week. Bupa Sunshine’s outbreak was also closed on Thursday 20 August. In each case, our care home teams …

An online mental health and wellbeing hub “designed by men for men” is being offered free to eligible Bupa members in Victoria at a time when not many men are using traditional wellbeing support programs despite facing growing mental health …

Projects supporting the mental health of young Australians will be boosted by more than two million dollars from the Bupa Health Foundation.

Bupa Health Foundation announces continued support for research funding to improve youth mental health with an emphasis on schools.

Lisa Fallen, a resident at Bupa South Hobart, celebrated her 105th birthday on Saturday 15 August.

Bupa has announced it will defer the premium increase scheduled for 1 October for a further six months for any customers on the Federal Government’s COVID-19 JobKeeper and JobSeeker support packages.

Australians are encouraged to look beyond COVID-19 when it comes to maintaining their health amidst concerns that some people are avoiding healthcare as a result of a fear of visiting a clinic or hospital or perceived lack of access to …

Today is ‘Aged Care Employee Day’, and there’s never been a more important time to thank aged care workers.

Bupa customers with type 2 diabetes and those struggling to manage their weight, cholesterol or blood pressure are invited to take part in a new pilot that harnesses the convenience of video and text messaging.

Watch: Suzanne Dvorak, Managing Director Bupa Aged Care Australia, speaks to relatives of our residents about how we’re supporting their loved ones in our care.

Our experts from Bupa Optical & Hearing have some helpful tips for avoiding the dreaded foggy glasses when wearing a face mask.