Health and Wellbeing
Have you made a resolution to get and stay healthy this year? With access to our betterhealth programs, Medibank's benefits for members extend well beyond just health cover, so you can count on us to help you in 2010.
betterhealth with Medibank
Our betterhealth programs are designed to support members in managing their health at every life stage. So whatever your goal, betterhealth has something for you.
| |
betterhealth Program |
| I want to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle on my own terms |
betterhealth Online
Online self managed health, fitness and wellbeing programs. |
| I need some extra support to help me make a change for the better |
betterhealth Coaching
Telephone support to help you achieve a range of health goals including weight loss and increased physical activity. |
| I need assistance to manage my ongoing health problems |
betterhealth On Call
Telephone support to help you manage chronic conditions and improve your quality of life. |
Feature articles for the New Year
betterhealth online
Want to shed a few kilos for summer, train for a sporting event or get active and improve your general fitness? With betterhealth Online you can:
We can help you achieve your health and wellbeing goals by providing you with free access to a range of online resources, such as:
- Assess your current health using the Wellness Record
- Week-by-week personalised programs for weight loss and fitness
- Unlimited customised activity plans
- Weekly meal plans, recipes and tips on healthy eating
- Programs to help quit smoking or manage health concerns such as back pain, elevated blood glucose, heart problems or stress.
- A vast library of health and fitness articles
With a wide range of resources available whenever you need them, day or night, you’ll find the information, motivation and guidance to help you with all your health goals.
betterhealth Online is available to all members who have a current Medibank membership.
Start now by registering for betterhealth online
Preview betterhealth online
back to top
betterhealth Coaching
betterhealth coaching is a telephone-based 6 month program designed to help you address key health issues such as:
- Weight loss
- Increasing physical activity
- Better nutrition
- Managing stress
- Quitting smoking
Your betterhealth Coaching action plan is tailored to you and will be supported by regular calls from program staff who offer the motivation and tools to help you achieve permanent change.
betterhealth Coaching is available to all Medibank Private members with hospital cover (excluding Overseas Student Health Cover and Overseas Visitors Cover) who meet clinical eligibility criteria. Enrolment is initially for 6 months subject to you maintaining your hospital cover with Medibank.
| Enrol for betterhealth Coaching now – call 1800 817 635 |
back to top
betterhealth On Call
If you’re living with one of the following conditions, the Medibank betterhealth On Call program could be for you:
- Heart disease
- Heart failure
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Diabetes
- Mental health issues (suitability will be assessed on a case-by-case basis).
betterhealth On Call is a telephone-based support service provided by a range of health professionals including registered nurses and psychologists. The program has been designed to help you manage your chronic condition and provides you with the peace of mind that comes with unlimited access to 24 hour, 7 day a week telephone support.
The program includes:
- An individualised plan to help you achieve your personal health goals over the next 12 months
- Regular support calls from the program’s registered nurse
- Advice on ways to improve aspects of your health including weight management, understanding your medication and the importance of exercise
- Advice on effectively communicating with your doctor
- Appropriate support and information relevant to your health condition
- Assistance in accessing community services.
betterhealth On Call is available to all members who have current hospital cover (excluding Overseas Student Health Cover and Visitors Covers) who meet eligibility criteria. Enrolment is initially for 12 months subject to you maintaining your hospital cover with Medibank. Your eligibility to remain in the program will be reviewed after 12 months.
| If you think betterhealth On Call sounds right for you, call 1800 817 635 for more information. |
back to top
Feature Articles for this summer
Make your health a priority with a regular medical check-up
If you hate the thought of going to the doctor you are not alone - almost half of all Australians fail to have an annual check-up. But did you know that regular health checks can help prevent illness and prolong your life?
| 4 reasons to go to the doctor today! |
| 1. Regular check-ups are a great way of maintaining good health. They provide you with an opportunity to talk to your doctor about improving your diet, exercise and, if you are a smoker, help with quitting. |
| 2. Regular checks on blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar can alert you to any potential problems while they are still manageable and potentially reversible. |
| 3. Early detection is the best defence against cancer and many illnesses as it gives you the opportunity to take the right action or treatment from an earlier stage. There aren’t always obvious symptoms so regular screening is the only way of finding some cancers. |
| 4. Checkups are the perfect time to discuss any emotional or mental health problems you may have in a safe and confidential environment. |
Don’t put it off any longer – book your annual check-up with your doctor now.
How healthy are you?
Why not check out how healthy you are today?
The services outlined above may be provided by another party. If Medibank delivers these services it may subcontract delivery of some or all of the services. The services are not, and should not be taken to be, a replacement for medical or clinical advice given by your doctor. Please consult your doctor for specialist medical advice in relation to any health risks you may have.
back to top