by Hereford Group | Jul 1, 2025 | Healthcare
World Hepatitis Day, observed on 28 July, brings global attention to viral hepatitis, a group of infectious diseases that severely affect the liver. In South Africa, hepatitis B and C are of major concern due to their links to chronic liver disease -including...
by Hereford Group | Jul 1, 2025 | Healthcare
In Part 1, we looked at how viral hepatitis B and C can lead to chronic liver disease and liver cancer, and why Dread Disease Cover is essential for financial protection. But the journey doesn’t end with a diagnosis, recovery is often long, expensive, and emotionally...
by Hereford Group | May 20, 2025 | Healthcare
While most men think about protecting their families in the long term, many overlook the risk of disability – whether temporary or permanent. Disability Cover, which includes Comprehensive Disability (lump sum) and Income Protection (monthly benefit), is...
by Hereford Group | May 20, 2025 | Healthcare
Men’s Health Month reminds us not only to care for our physical wellbeing but also to take responsibility for our financial futures. In many South African households, men are the primary earners – yet too often, they remain underinsured. Life Cover is not a...
by Hereford Group | May 20, 2025 | Healthcare
Modern life comes with modern risks—and serious illnesses such as cancer, heart attacks, and organ failure are increasingly common. For many South Africans, the financial fallout from a life-altering diagnosis can be as devastating as the illness itself. That’s where...
by Hereford Group | Apr 29, 2025 | Healthcare
Lung cancer is among the deadliest forms of cancer in South Africa—and tobacco use is the leading cause. On World No Tobacco Day, we take a closer look at the connection between smoking, lung cancer, and the critical role Dread Disease Cover plays in financial...