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Welcome to our collection of stories that celebrate the resilience of individuals who have faced severe illness. These testimonials offer not only a glimpse into their journeys, but also the valuable lessons learned along the way. Through their experiences, you’ll find inspiration and hope, as well as practical insights on the importance of financial preparedness during challenging times.
At Old Mutual, we are committed to empowering our customers to navigate life’s uncertainties with confidence. By honouring valid claims, we ensure that you and your loved ones are financially protected when it matters most. Join us as we share these remarkable stories, and discover how you can be ready for whatever comes next.
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Severe illness? It won't happen to me. Right?
Do you remember the first time you learned about the difference between needs and wants? A need is something essential for survival, while a want is something you desire but can live without. What would you need if you were diagnosed with a severe illness, also known as a dreaded disease? And what would you want for yourself and your loved ones?
"Cancer is the demon I love to fight".
When it comes to insurance, most people seem comfortable splurging on entertainment, clothing and food than they are on lifestyle protection policies such as dread disease cover. Often, the thinking is that: “It will never happen to me!” or “I still have time!” However, life-altering illnesses such as cancer, a stroke or heart attack often require that one take time off from regular programming to fully recover.
Healthy, fit and then cancer.
Vincent Laufs is very much like your typical family man. He is a successful self-employed professional, a loving husband, and a father who takes care of his health. But when his wife Cezanne started noticing that he was often tired and nauseous, she took him to their family doctor for a routine check-up. Little did they know, this visit would change their lives.
A Life Disrupted.
In 2022, 50-year-old Aveen Dayaram, a supervisor from Tongaat, KwaZulu-Natal, received devastating news. He was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a type of cancer that affected the body's germ-fighting immune response. As the breadwinner, Aveen was worried about the financial and emotional burden his illness would bring to his family.
What happens when you’re 29 and are diagnosed with lung cancer?
Marece and Delwin Lazarus grew up together, were best friends in high school, and eventually married. They bought their dream house and settled in with their two beautiful boys. No one thinks a terrible disease will come their way, even less so when you’re as young as 29. That’s what happened to Marece and Delwin; this is their story…
Returning Illness Benefit can ease survivors’ anxiety.
According to the Cancer Association of South Africa, cancer impacts one in four South Africans, whether through personal diagnosis or that of family, friends, or colleagues. Breast cancer is a significant concern for South African women. According to the 2022 National Cancer Registry, 1 in 26 South African women are at risk of developing breast cancer, while 1 in 8 South African women have a lifetime risk of being diagnosed with cancer.
Are you financially prepared for a severe illness?
The cost of recovering from a severe illness can be high, but it's manageable with the right insurance. Have you ever taken a moment to consider how you would navigate and survive the financial implications that come hand in hand with recovering from a severe illness such as cancer, heart attack or stroke?
Illness cover – protection against life’s unexpected financial uncertainties
Did you know? In South Africa, statistics show that the lifetime risk of developing breast cancer is 1 in 26 women*, which is a staggering number if you think about how many female friends and family members you have in your inner circle.
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