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Our cancer support partner has a new name – but what does that mean for you?

Our cancer support partner has a new name – but what does that mean for you?

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Cancer is affecting Australians more than ever, with diagnoses in Australia rising by around 93% in the past 25 years. Beyond physical health, living with a cancer diagnosis often affects relationships, daily routines, and overall mental wellbeing. 

That's why HIF continues to offer access to the Cancer Support Complete Program, at no extra cost for eligible members. While the program transitioned from Valion Health to Spectrum.Life in early 2026, the support available to eligible HIF members remains the same.

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What if... a message from our team helped you avoid some holiday stress?

What if... a message from our team helped you avoid some holiday stress?

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HIF is powered by a team of wonderful people, who are always looking for ways to help resolve problems before they happen.

Missed payments can be resolved pretty quickly – but they’re also quite stressful if your membership card unexpectedly declines at an appointment, your next payment amount is higher than usual, or payment reminders start to pile up. 

So, here’s a quick checklist our team have put together to help keep your HIF membership running smoothly over the holidays.

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Creatine - Separating Science from the Myths

Creatine - Separating Science from the Myths

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Creatine has become one of the biggest talking points in health and fitness circles. Once considered a supplement reserved for bodybuilders, it’s now being recommended by everyone from elite athletes and dietitians to everyday gym-goers and wellness influencers. But as its popularity has grown, so too has the confusion around it.


Spend a few minutes scrolling through social media and you’ll quickly come across claims about creatine side effects, from bloating and kidney damage to hair loss. Others suggest creatine is only worth taking if you’re trying to build muscle. But how much of what you see online is actually true? Despite the growing number of myths surrounding creatine, many of these claims aren’t supported by current scientific evidence.

In reality, creatine is one of the most extensively researched supplements available. While it’s well established for supporting strength and exercise performance, researchers are also exploring its potential role in healthy ageing, cognitive function and brain health.

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Health Insurance Waiting Periods Explained What You Can Claim and When

Health Insurance Waiting Periods Explained What You Can Claim and When

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Nobody likes waiting. Whether it’s waiting for test results, a specialist appointment or customer support, we’d all prefer immediate answers. So it’s understandable that one of the first questions many people ask after taking out private health insurance is, “Why can’t I claim straight away?”

The answer lies in something known as a waiting period. Waiting periods are a standard part of Australia’s private health insurance system and apply across all registered health funds. They help keep private health insurance fair and sustainable for everyone by preventing people from joining, making large claims immediately and then cancelling their cover.

In this article, we’ll explain how health insurance waiting periods work, when they apply, what you may be able to claim, and what to consider if you’re joining, switching or reviewing your cover.

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How to Reduce Cortisol - Making Sense of the Stress Hormone

How to Reduce Cortisol - Making Sense of the Stress Hormone

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You wake up already thinking about everything you need to get done. Before you’ve even had your first coffee, you’re checking your banking app, replying to overnight emails or trying to organise the kids before work. The day disappears into meetings, notifications and to-do lists, and by the time evening arrives, you’re exhausted, but somehow still can’t switch off. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

Searches for “how to reduce cortisol” have surged in recent years, but most people aren’t really searching for a hormone. They’re trying to understand why they feel constantly tired, overwhelmed or stuck in a cycle of stress that never seems to end.

The good news is that cortisol isn’t something you need to fear. Often referred to as the body’s stress hormone, cortisol plays an essential role in keeping us healthy. It helps us wake up in the morning, respond to challenges and maintain many of the body’s everyday functions. The problem isn’t cortisol itself, it’s when modern life keeps our stress response switched on for longer than it was ever designed to be.

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