Employee benefits
Critical illness
Pays a lump sum when an employee is diagnosed with a serious illness.
Critical illness cover, also called dread disease cover, pays a lump sum when an employee is diagnosed with a listed condition such as cancer, heart attack or stroke. The money helps with treatment, travel and time off work.
It pays on diagnosis, whether or not the employee can keep working.
Who it's for
- Employers who want to add to medical aid and group life
- Senior staff and key people
What it covers
- Lump sum on diagnosis of listed conditions
- Cancer, heart attack, stroke and other serious illnesses, as defined in the policy
Cover, limits and exclusions differ between insurers and policies. We explain the exact terms of any policy before you buy.
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