Insurers deny moves to use cancer test results

In brief: The insurance industry has denied that it is seeking to use genetic test results from breast and ovarian cancers to charge those carrying inherited mutations higher premiums for life and health insurance.

Take the pain out of a visit to the dentist

With NHS care being reformed in response to criticisms of the old 'drill and fill' system, Lisa Bachelor looks at how to avoid a large cavity in your finances.

For love nor money

It is widely thought that wages are the key, if not the sole, reason we work. But, says Adrian Furnham, there's no real evidence that cash either motivates or makes us happy.

Covering cancer

Virgin Money has launched an insurance policy designed to cover against the financial costs of a cancer diagnosis. Hilary Osborne looks at how the policy works.

Virgin Money launches cover for cancer patients

The first insurance cover aimed solely at helping cancer patients cope with the consequences of the disease is launched today.

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The European Health Insurance Card

Insurers pile pounds on the overweight

A new formula has pushed up premiums for fatter people, writes Lisa Bachelor.

Insurers attack cancer cover plans

Critics warn against switching to cheaper 'two-tier' critical illness policies. Jill Insley reports.

NHS cash crisis bars knee and hip replacements for obese

· Suffolk curb is first evidence of rationing · Even patients in pain will be refused surgery

Brace yourself for dentist fees

Whether you use the NHS or go private the cost of dentistry can be had to swallow, says Harvey Jones. So how do you minimise the financial pain of your visit?