Canada Health Insurance

What is Group Health Insurance?

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:00:26 -0500

Group health insurance is a company insurance plan devised to share the financial cost of healthcare among a group of employees, who contribute to a fund. Hence, when a participating employee falls ill or needs healthcare services, they are remunerated by the insurance company under the terms of the contract.

Losing your Job and Company Health Insurance

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:06:52 -0500

In todays economy, layoffs and job loss has unfortunately become the norm. There are record numbers of people claiming unemployment, while numerous others are uncertain of their job future. In many cases, losing your job also means losing company health insurance.

Family Health Insurance

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:05:57 -0500

Keeping your family safe is usually a top priority, and a family health insurance plan can definitely alleviate many of your concerns regarding your familys well-being.

Who Should Buy Short Term Disability Insurance?

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:41:38 -0500

Short term disability insurance is a coverage plan that pays you part of your salary when illness or injury prevents you from working for a short period of time.

Should Long Term Disability Insurance be Part of your Financial Plan?

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:41:28 -0500

Long term disability insurance is a coverage plan that pays you a percent of your salary while you are unable to earn income due to a disability.

Prescription Drug Insurance for Individuals: Is Group Coverage Enough? (Part 2)

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:39:51 -0500

Now that you have become acquainted with the ins and outs of drug insurance and are aware of your current coverage, it is important to properly consider your needs. Although you may think you are properly covered by your group plan these types of insurance have their limitations.

Prescription Drug Insurance: Are You Covered? (Part 1)

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:39:08 -0500

As Canadians, we take pride in our accessible social services and especially in our health care system. Although there is often debate over health care issues, we generally feel safe, lucky and taken care of by the government. However, once we leave our GPs office, prescription in hand, what happens then? The government covers most doctors fees but not the drugs that they prescribe. Prescription drugs can be extremely costly and can, at any time, take a bite out of ones budget.

Comparing Canada’s Health Insurance System

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:06:39 -0500

The health care topic has popped up again and again in the media, the latest being Michael Moores documentary Sicko.

Online Insurance Quotes: Know the Ins and Outs

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 08:23:27 -0500

Given the multitude of daily choices we make, it is important to distinguish between small stuff and big stuff. Choosing a breakfast cereal for example would be small stuff because it is a one-time purchase. Choosing a school for your child on the other hand is big stuff. Health insurance is also a big choice because the coverage will normally last for several years.

Physiotherapy Insurance: When the Human Body Needs a Little TLC

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Fri, 07 Jul 2006 14:20:40 -0500

Did you know that your body has more moving parts than any human-made machine? Your body is a complex system of muscles, joints, bones and so on, and sometimes they need a little extra care. Even if you are not an athlete who pushes his/her body to the limit every day, it is still possible to experience discomfort, pain and limited mobility in your muscles and joints.

Vision Insurance: Your Child’s Vision and Preparing for Unforeseen Problems

editor@canada-health-insurance.com — Fri, 07 Jul 2006 14:20:14 -0500

Today, 1 in 4 children has an undiagnosed vision problem. Although, the chances of developing a vision problem are greater if there is a history of eyesight problems in your family, many children with no such family history encounter a troublesome vision issue.