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CEA Screening - Useful in Life & Health Underwriting?
By Dr. Thomas Ashley Mar 26, 2020 English
Some insurers have added the carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) blood test to the laboratory screening profile for Life and Health insurance applications, and some of our U.S. clients have asked for advice on whether to adopt this test. Every test has repercussions...
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Exercise Is Good for You - But How Much Prolongs Healthy Life?
By Ross Campbell Dec 10, 2019 English Español Deutsch
I bought a new mountain bike this summer. I already had two perfectly good bicycles chained up in the garage, but there’s nothing like a new toy to get you motivated. Hitting the trails these days involves monitoring my data. I’m interested to test myself...
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Heart Health - Why Linking It to Insurance is a Winning Formula
By Ross Campbell Nov 21, 2019 English Français Deutsch
Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is a measure of the body’s ability to supply oxygen to muscles, including the heart, during sustained levels of exercise. Whether or not you believe the hype that just sitting around poses a significant health risk, the...
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Forward Steps in the World of Orthopaedics - A Look at Emerging Trends
By Dr. Sandra Mitic Aug 27, 2019 English
New technologies are transforming the world of medicine, including the field of orthopaedics and trauma. The years to come promise even greater advances, given developments in materials science, computer-simulation and robotics. The positive effects of...
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