NetcarePlus launches affordable healthcare solutions for SA employees

Johannesburg - At a launch event in Sandton, NetcarePlus introduced its newest product among other product enhancements: ‘EmployeeCare powered by Lyra’, a holistic solution designed to enhance employee’s mental wellbeing, productivity, and overall health. NetcarePlus said its innovative product offers businesses access to a comprehensive suite of services that address the specific needs of today’s workforce.

The company said EmployeeCare is uniquely tailored to offer immediate access to personalised care and wellbeing support and long-term health management. Key features of this product include support in crucial areas such as counselling, financial advice, legal advice, and more. Recent statistics underscore the importance of employee wellbeing in South Africa, with studies showing that companies prioritising employee health experience a notable increase in productivity and a significant reduction in absenteeism.

NetcarePlus’ Managing Director, Teshlin Akaloo, emphasised the importance of this, “EmployeeCare is a testament to our commitment to setting new standards in healthcare. We aim to provide businesses with a solution that not only addresses the evolving needs of their workforce but also enhances productivity and overall wellbeing.”

Lyra Southern Africa’s Managing Director, Navlika Ratangee, echoed Akaloo’s sentiments, stating, “We are thrilled to collaborate with NetcarePlus on EmployeeCare. This partnership allows us to further extend our expertise in holistic employee support, equipping businesses with the tools they need to foster a healthier, more engaged workforce.”

Investing in comprehensive employee wellbeing solutions is not only about enhancing individual health but also about driving organisational performance and employee satisfaction, it said, adding that with EmployeeCare, NetcarePlus continues to lead the way in offering sustainable, innovative healthcare solutions.

In addition to the newly introduced EmployeeCare, NetcarePlus offers a range of innovative products designed to meet the diverse healthcare needs of South Africans:

• GapCare:Helps cover medical aid shortfalls, ensuring that unexpected out-of-pocket expenses don't become a burden for employees.
• EmergencyCare:Provides critical emergency healthcare for accidents or emergency illnesses, when it’s needed most for employees without medical aid.
• PrimaryCare:Focusing on day-to-day healthcare needs, PrimaryCare offers employees access to general health services, promoting ongoing wellness and preventing minor health issues from becoming major concerns.

NetcarePlus, is a provider of affordable healthcare launched in 2020 with a broader strategy aimed at delivering sustainable healthcare solutions, and going beyond traditional healthcare models by combining cutting-edge technology, expert medical knowledge, and a profound understanding of the needs of South African businesses and their employees.