Prescription to take the pain out of going private
Medical cover premiums are rising fast, but it doesn't have to be a pay through the nose job, reports Andrew Bibby.
Q&A: Critical illness insurance
Stories about the rising incidences of cancer among younger people has led to renewed interest in critical illness insurance. But what is it and do you need it? Rachel Gordon explains.
More young people taking out medical insurance
Increasing numbers of young people are taking out medical insurance as they become ever more afraid of developing cancer and other life-threatening diseases, a new report shows.
Is private medical insurance for you?
With NHS waiting lists stretching on forever, should you buy private health insurance and avoid the queue? Rachel Gordon takes a look at what's on offer
Iron out private surgery wrinkles
There's a big surge in demand for cosmetic treatments. But, warns Mary O'Hara, be careful who you pay and what you pay for
Sickening cost of going private
Margaret Hughes looks at the heathcare options for those approaching retirement
Watchdog urges dentistry probe
The Consumers' Association (CA) today made its first "supercomplaint" to the Office of Fair Trading, urging them to investigate private dentistry in the UK.