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Customers taking part in the first ever Bupa supported healthy weight trial, have taken significant strides forward in their weight-loss journey with almost one third of participants reporting a drop of 5 per cent or more of their starting

With many customers choosing policies based on important hospital cover levels and benefits for popular Extras like optical, physiotherapy and psychology; customers can also support their health and wellbeing through a broader range of health and …

Bupa ANZ CEO Hisham El-Ansary today welcomed the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety’s Final Report (“the Report”) as a once-in-a-generation opportunity for true industry reform. Bupa is currently working through the Report’s 148 …

Local Noosa children are participating in a program focused on combining traditional and contemporary Sunshine Coast culture, sustainability and healthy lifestyle practices through feel-good surf dance lessons.

Bupa Dental Corporation (BDC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Cathryn Madden as Head Dentist. As part of the role, Dr Madden will be responsible for the oversight of clinical governance, safety and care across 221 practices in Bupa’s …

More than 2.2 million Bupa customers will receive a $200 increase to their mental health Extras limits until 31 December 2021 as Australians continue to grapple with the health, financial and social uncertainties brought about by the COVID-19 …

The Victorian Government has confirmed the end of the five day lockdown and easing of stage 4 restrictions will commence as scheduled at 11.59pm, Wednesday 17 February. This will mean Victorian stores, clinics and aged care homes will reopen …

Bupa has announced it will shift to using 100 per cent recyclable paper bags in its Optical stores around Australia. This will take around 100,000 bags out of landfill each year.

Bupa announced today that it will offer disaster relief packages to support customers affected by the devastating Wooroloo bushfire.

Bupa Dental Corporation (BDC) has been re-awarded full accreditation in line with Australia’s National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards.

Australian parents are encouraged to have their children’s eyes tested ahead of the new school year, on the back of 2020 which featured significantly increased screen time due to online learning and more time spent at home.

With many parts of Australia set to experience high temperatures over the coming days, Australians are urged to be proactive in preventing heat-related illnesses with elderly people encouraged to be even more cautious.

To continue to protect against the spread of COVID-19, the NSW Government has announced further changes to visiting rules for residential aged care facilities in NSW.

Bupa is offering more end-of-life care choices for Melburnians by giving customers the option to receive personalised palliative care services delivered in the comfort and privacy of their own home.

As Australians prepare themselves for a busy lead up to Christmas, Bupa is helping its health insurance customers save on their festive season shopping by encouraging healthy eating.

In a year that has demonstrated the global impact of the work health and medical researchers, Dr Jin Han of The Black Dog Institute has been named the 2020 Bupa Health Foundation Emerging Health Researcher.

Bupa Health Foundation has recognised some of Australia’s finest early career researchers through the Emerging Health Researcher Awards.

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.