News

Wednesday , 12 October 2016
by Alistair Gray

Feeding your pet leftovers from last night’s dinner may seem like a great idea at the time, but it’s contributing to excess weight that can have dire effects on their health.

Wednesday , 9 March 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Southern Cross’ North Harbour Hospital has purchased a third-generation da Vinci robot for the Auckland region and is having it installed for debut this month.

Tuesday , 20 September 2016
by Alistair Gray

In May Southern Cross Health Society completed a clinical assessment of digital breast tomosynthesis.

Tuesday , 3 May 2016
by Aimee Bourke

What dog owner would anticipate their furry friend getting a foot caught in a toilet seat and the resulting pain – for the dog and the owner’s wallet.

Wednesday , 22 June 2016
by Alistair Gray

There is a growing trend of pet owners forking out for treatments that have traditionally been associated with humans, and pet ownership can break the bank.

Thursday , 14 January 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Kiwis are in denial about their sugar habit and quick to criticise others, according to research by Southern Cross Healthcare Group.

Friday , 20 May 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Southern Cross Health Society have released a new TVC challenging millennials to take charge of their health.

Saturday , 16 April 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Research by New Zealand health insurer Southern Cross Health Society has shown that many Kiwis are clueless about the costs of common surgeries.

Thursday , 15 September 2016
by Alistair Gray

A significant rise in the number of elective surgical procedures paid for by not-for-profit health insurer, Southern Cross Health Society, shows more New Zealanders are choosing to rely on the private health system.

Friday , 8 January 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Southern Cross’ North Harbour Hospital on Wairau Road is expanding for the fourth time in its 24 year history – to keep pace with resident demand for elective surgery.

Tuesday , 23 February 2016
by Aimee Bourke

For people living with secondary breast cancer, access to practical help is essential for maintaining a positive life.

Thursday , 17 November 2016
by Alistair Gray

Cancer patients in the southern Bay of Plenty now have the option of receiving treatment locally with the opening of a new private oncology clinic at Southern Cross Hospital Rotorua.

Wednesday , 24 February 2016
by Aimee Bourke

A quick news search will confirm what many of us see on a day to day basis – a glut of differing diet advice, confusing and contradictory expert opinions, and celebrity ‘tips and tricks’ to help shed extra weight.

Monday , 16 May 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Sickly sightseers, green globetrotters and tepid tourists – unfortunately, most of us have either been or seen these types of travellers struggling through a holiday.

Wednesday , 21 September 2016
by Alistair Gray

New research conducted by Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI) has revealed that one in five Kiwis travel without insurance.

Thursday , 21 January 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Do you smoke? How often do you drink? Do you exercise often? And how much do you spend on takeaways?

Wednesday , 14 December 2016
by Alistair Gray

Surprising your loved one with a pet at Christmas may seem like a good idea, but it doesn’t always end well for the animal.

Thursday , 17 November 2016
by Alistair Gray

Kiwis with oral cancers can now have their tumours removed robotically through a new surgical technique.

Monday , 6 June 2016
by Alistair Gray

Rotorua’s Southern Cross Hospital is the first private surgical hospital in the country to have two Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and it’s locals having elective surgery who will reap the benefits.

Thursday , 30 June 2016
by Alistair Gray

Not-for-profit health insurer Southern Cross Health Society funded 215,711 specialist appointments and procedures for children and young adults in 2015 – with the more expensive claims topping $50,000.

Tuesday , 9 August 2016
by Alistair Gray

Low income adults are eligible for free dental treatment from 8-14 August through Smile NZ – a joint initiative run by the Southern Cross Health Trust and New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA).

Tuesday , 26 January 2016
by Aimee Bourke

New Zealand’s largest health insurer Southern Cross is adding an allowance for prophylactic treatment and increasing the surgical claim limit on most of its plans.

Friday , 2 December 2016
by Alistair Gray

Southern Cross Healthcare Group today announced the appointment of a new CEO for its health insurance arm, Southern Cross Health Society.

Monday , 11 July 2016
by Alistair Gray

After 12 years at Southern Cross Health Society, CEO Peter Tynan is stepping down.

Monday , 17 October 2016
by Alistair Gray

New Zealand’s largest health insurer Southern Cross Health Society has signed an agreement to implement the pilot phase of dacadoo’s award-winning Health Score Platform as the foundation to its new workplace wellbeing proposition.

Friday , 2 December 2016
by Alistair Gray

Southern Cross Medical Care Society welcomed a new Director at the Annual General Meeting held in Christchurch yesterday.

Wednesday , 30 March 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Southern Cross Health Society is launching into the life insurance business.

Thursday , 5 May 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Southern Cross Health Society members are among New Zealand’s happiest customers, according to a run of awards the insurer has won recently.

Wednesday , 15 June 2016
by Alistair Gray

Southern Cross Health Society has released the top five surgical claims by paid total for men and women in each age bracket.

Thursday , 15 September 2016
by Alistair Gray

Southern Cross Health Society released its annual financial results today, showing growth in both membership and the number of elective surgical procedures performed.

Tuesday , 4 October 2016
by Alistair Gray

Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI) is pleased to announce the launch of a brand new website with an ergonomic interface and easy navigation, to ensure a quick and efficient purchase process for new and existing customers.

Thursday , 22 December 2016
by Alistair Gray

New research from Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI) has revealed that Kiwis are unaware of the astronomical costs that come with a medical emergency overseas.

Monday , 3 October 2016
by Alistair Gray

A new survey has found that almost 60% of Kiwis are stressed at least once a week - with financial and work related issues stressing out younger Kiwis.

Monday , 7 March 2016
by Aimee Bourke

Travellers tempted to try and cash in on their travel insurance policies may find themselves talking to the police instead of their insurer.