Sanlam flags rise in cancer-related claims, particularly for younger policyholders
Breast cancer claims increased by 33%, and prostate cancer claims soared by 41%, the insurer’s data for 2024 shows.
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How financial advisers can attract millennials with income protection solutions
Bidvest Life’s Nic Smit suggests shifting from the traditional approach of leading with death coverage to focusing on income protection when engaging younger clients.
Critical illness: Momentum Life Insurance urges comprehensive coverage planning
Momentum’s 2023 statistics show that 57% of death benefit claims were due to cardiac and cancer events, yet less than 81% of these claimants had critical illness cover.
Sanlam flags increase in sickness and disability claims among younger policyholders
The group’s 2023 claim statistics also note the steady increase in pay-outs arising from pregnancy complications.
