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2014 March - Red Pages


A medical scheme is only as strong as its Board of Trustees ›

Safeguard the future of your medical scheme by becoming both interested and involved in GEMS. One way to do this is to
participate in the upcoming GEMS Trustee election, which takes place between February and July when the tenure of three member appointed Trustees will expire.
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Medical cover for members stationed or travelling abroad ›

Want to travel overseas? If you are planning a trip abroad remember it is unwise to visit another country without healthcare insurance which will ensure that you are not left out of pocket or with a very high bill to settle should something go wrong.  
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Termination of the old GEMS pharmacy network › 

GEMS established a new Pharmacy Network in 2013 in order to improve access to medicine for members and their beneficiaries. This network, known as the Medicine Provider Network (MPN) replaces the ‘old' GEMS Pharmacy Network and is made up of the
courier and contracted community pharmacies.  
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Know your birthing options › 

Natural birth used to be the only natural conclusion to a pregnancy. However, modern technology and modern times have given women a lot more options.
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A dedicated medical emergency assistance helpline 24/7 › 

With the Emergency Medical Service (EMS), GEMS members have access to a dedicated medical emergency assistance helpline
24 hours a day. The emergency line number, 0800 44 4367, is displayed at the back of your membership card.
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