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Question: Why are NHN/Melomed Hospitals not on SAMWUMED’s network for 2025? Answer: SAMWUMED, like other Medical Aid Schemes, changes our

Dear Valued Members SAMWUMED is thrilled to announce a partnership with one of South Africa’s leading fitness brands Virgin Active.

Dear Valued SAMWUMED Member, Thank you once again for choosing SAMWUMED as your medical aid of choice. We strive to

Yes! We Can End TB World TB Day, observed annually on March 24th, aims to raise public awareness that tuberculosis

What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can damage the optic nerve and lead to vision

World Birth Defects Day is observed annually during the month of March to raise awareness about birth defects. This year’s

Prescription Medication Prescription medication can only be obtained through a prescription from a physician or other licensed medical practitioner. These

To register a dependant, you can: Download the Application to Register Dependents form from the SAMWUMED website. Collect the Application

SAMWUMED is committed to providing you, our member, with access to high-quality healthcare, protecting you from unexpected out-of-pocket expenses, and

According to South African Medical Journal, stroke is among the top 10 leading causes of disability in SA, and accounts

Benefits/ Operations In cases of emergency which hospitals can I go to? In case of a medical emergency, a member

It is important that we always have your most up-to-date contact information so that we can communicate all your benefits,

October is Breast cancer awareness month; an annual campaign raises awareness about the impact of breast cancer. This year’s theme

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease that causes inflammation around the body and commonly presents pain in the joints.

Influenza, commonly known as the “flu”, is a respiratory viral infection that affects the nose, throat, and lungs. Although many

Usually when a member is suspended its either there is a short payment or non-payment of contributions. The first point

It may sound cliché to say the common term “Wow time flies”, but as we have reached the end of

The Website Chat allows you to engage with us in real time via email message during normal operating hours. After

Do I have to wait for my anniversary date to get new spectacles? Effective from the beginning of 2023, the

What are medication benefits? Medication benefits is a basket that contains various types of medication including prescribed, over the counter

It is important that we always have your most up-to-date contact information so that we can communicate all your benefits,

As an addition to our Maternity Programme which helps expecting moms to receive the help, they need during their pregnancy

What is a dependent? A dependent is a spouse or partner, child or parent who is dependent on the member

With the soaring costs of the monthly food basket, many South African households are forced to make changes to their

The Covid-19 pandemic has created a global crisis for mental health, fuelling short – and long-term stresses and undermining the

World Arthritis Day is designed to raise global awareness about the plurality of Arthritis. Doctors and well-wishers try to raise

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. How to

Dear Valued Member RE: SAMWUMED 2023 Monthly Contribution Increases These past three years, have demonstrated that we are indeed a

Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer is the most common male cancer globally and locally and showing significant increases.  The risk to

A member must complain in writing to the Principal Officer of the Scheme who will respond to the member within

Substance abuse is on the increase in South Africa and alcohol, marijuana (dagga), cocaine, tik and heroin are some of

SAMWUMED is encouraging its male members to take ownership of their health by learning more about health issues and illnesses

Although there is ongoing research on how cancer can be prevented, good lifestyle choices including the ones listed below can

The winter season is almost here. Here are some tips to protect you and your family from colds, touches of

The dependents of a deceased Member, who are registered with the Scheme as dependents at the time of the member’s

SAMWUMED believes that prevention is better than cure. Taking preventative measures and taking charge of your health is the best

A healthy heart is central to overall good health and choosing a healthy lifestyle at any age can prevent heart

SAMWUMED members and dependents have access to a variety of medicines for once-off or ongoing treatments. Whether on both Option

None of us wishes to be hospitalised. But it is good to know that whenever that situation arises we are

Adding a dependent A Member may apply for the registration of his or her dependents at the time of the

The South African Municipal Workers Union National Medical Aid (SAMWUMED is deeply saddened by the passing of former SAMWU Provincial

https://www.samwumed.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Web-Page-banner.png What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases or disorders that damage the nerves at the back

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SAMWUMED Trustee Elections are underway. Please click here for the nomination pack. Download the SAMWUMED Election NoticeDownload the SAMWUMED Nomination