CHANGES &
ENHANCEMENTS
FOR 2025
CARE PROGRAMMES
Female Health Programme
With the introduction of our Female Health Programme , we ’ re making a renewed commitment to the health and wellbeing of women .
Launched in collaboration with CareWorks , this programme is designed to complement our existing benefits and empower women to prioritise their health . This programme is accessible to all female members aged 18 and above , with an emphasis on preventative care and early detection of female-specific health issues based on life stage .
Key benefits of the Female Health Programme include :
• Guidance , support , and education led by women ’ s healthcare experts
• Early detection of diseases and seamless access to specialised care
• Proactive support in accessing essential healthcare services , and
• Promotion of preventative healthcare strategies tailored to women ’ s needs
Weight Management Programme
Our brand-new Weight Management Programme is designed to reduce the risk associated with , non-communicable diseases by improving clinical risk indicators like waist circumference and body fat percentage . The programme acts as both a preventative and disease management benefit by supporting good physical activity levels .
Members with the following parameters will be eligible for the programme :
• A BMI greater than 30
• Men with a waist circumference above 102 cm , or
• Women with a waist circumference above 88 cm
The programme is led by a biokineticist registered with Biokineticists Association of South Africa and spans over 12 weeks – providing a holistic approach to weight loss that includes access to a dietician and psychologist for support on exercise , nutrition and mental health .
It is free of charge – covered completely from risk – and is available on BonComprehensive , BonClassic , BonComplete , Standard and Standard Select !
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Geriatric Care Programme
As we support our members through all life stages , we are pleased to introduce the Bonitas Geriatric Care Programme to all options except BonCap .
The programme is personalised for seniors over the age of 70 and offers a range of screening , prevention and wellness benefits in the comfort of their own homes . This includes :
• Wellness screenings
• Essential vaccines for flu and pneumonia
• Age-appropriate screening for prostate , breast , and cervical cancer
• Osteoarthritis screenings
• Seamless coordination of care with a nominated GP
• Chronic care management and support and
• Fall-risk assessments to allow seniors to live independently
The programme is covered from risk and will not affect your acute or out-of-hospital benefits . High-risk members will be pre-identified and contacted for seamless and convenient support .