{"id":20676,"date":"2025-07-28T11:00:50","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T09:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/?p=19368"},"modified":"2025-07-28T11:00:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T09:00:50","slug":"5-tips-to-stretch-your-medical-savings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/blog\/2025\/07\/28\/5-tips-to-stretch-your-medical-savings\/","title":{"rendered":"5 tips to stretch your medical savings"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s only July, but for many of with medical aids that include a savings component, the money allocated for day-to-day healthcare is already gone. <\/strong><\/h4>\n

This alarming reality is leaving people in a tight spot \u2014 forced to fund doctors\u2019 visits, blood tests, and prescriptions out of their own pockets just to make it through the rest of the year.<\/p>\n

In a country where inflation, petrol hikes, and food costs are already putting pressure on households, it\u2019s no surprise that healthcare is fast becoming one of the first casualties in the battle to balance the budget.<\/span><\/p>\n

But cutting back on medical care isn\u2019t just dangerous \u2014 it\u2019s unnecessary.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the most affordable alternatives, is telemedicine \u2014 where patients consult with qualified doctors via an app, phone, or online platform, which is around 40% cheaper than conventional channels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some more options to stretch your medical rands further, thanks to Unu Health<\/a>:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Switch to virtual consultations:<\/b> Use telehealth services covered by your medical aid.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Prioritise prevention: <\/b>Use free or low-cost screening tools and lifestyle advice to avoid more costly interventions later.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Track your spending:<\/b> Know how much of your savings you\u2019ve used and plan for the rest of the year.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Use digital health apps: <\/b>Access healthcare on the go \u2014 and avoid taking time off work or paying transport costs.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Shop around for blood tests:<\/b> Use approved partners through your medical aid or platforms like Unu Health that offer discounted rates.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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