Bonitas Member Magazine Issue 1. 2020 | Page 2

It will drive education and awareness so that prospective members can make an informed decision, while existing members can make the most of their medical aid. We’re also adding a brand new Bonitas app soon to enrich the experience for our members. Read more about it on page 6. The second of the early highlights is the introduction of a new maternity programme for expecting mothers and their bundles of joy. The aim of the Bonitas Maternity Programme is to provide the expectant mothers with additional benefits, support, education and advice through all stages of the pregnancy. It’s focussed on making the journey to parenthood as enjoyable and healthy as possible. Read all about the benefits on page 3 and 4. Lee Message from our Principal Officer: Lee Callakoppen 2020 is well on its way and we are looking forward to a successful but challenging year ahead. Reflecting on 2019, we can say that it has been an exceptional year for Bonitas with phenomenal growth, as a remarkable 50 680 new members joined the Scheme. This just reaffirms that our members are the cornerstone of our business, and how much we are committed to providing you and your loved ones with affordable, quality healthcare. For us, it’s all about saving you money by making your benefits last longer and making Bonitas sustainable. The year started off with a number of highlights. The first being the launch of a brand new Bonitas website. It features a fresh and modern design with a user-friendly interface. Page 1 From a health perspective, the year started off with an international crisis as the whole world came under threat from the Coronavirus. In early March, the first case of the virus was confirmed in South Africa. We assure you that the situation is under control, with an assurance that all outbreak prevention and infection control measures are being followed in hospitals and at ports of entry. We urge our members to continue being vigilant in protecting yourself by following standard infection control precautions. You can read everything you need to know about the Coronavirus on page 29. Our strong focus to empower and support our members to lead healthy and active lives continues. Be sure to read the section on raising happy, healthy children on page 11. On page 10 we encourage our members to know their big 4 crucial indicators of overall health and wellness. Remember all Bonitas members receive one free wellness check every year. In the current economic climate, South Africans are under a lot of financial strain. To alleviate the effects on our members, our free lifestyle vouchers and discounted financial products (see page 7-8) will go a long way to ease this burden. Our members can also stretch their benefits and avoid additional medical expenses by reading the article on page 20 on how to make your medical aid go further. For now, it’s all about taking 2020 head on with a clear vision centred around you, our members. Stay active. Stay healthy.