Star Health Forum

Long-term or short-term health insurance plans are the two primary options available in India. Each comes with unique benefits and limitations. Therefore, understanding the differences between the two can help you choose the best according to your needs.

A short-term health...

Do you know that when applying for a health insurance policy, you may be required to fill out a proposal form? This is a form that health insurance companies use to evaluate your health condition and find out the level...

Health insurance for stroke in India offers coverage for acute hospitalisation, based on the plan, and post-stroke rehabilitation support, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychological support and speech therapy. Insurers provide stroke rehabilitation support for stroke victims through specialised insurance plans....

Health insurance is a must and no longer an option. The cost of medical treatment is going up regularly, and even a small hospital visit can come with hefty bills. Therefore, people without health insurance can face financial difficulties and...

Preventive healthcare is now a part of health insurance in India. Insurance companies are focusing on finding health problems rather than just treating them. Many health insurance policies offer medical check-ups every year, which helps people keep track of their...

Outpatient support for migraines is comprehensive, involving a combination of acute treatments to stop attacks, preventive medications to reduce frequency, and non-pharmacological lifestyle and behavioural approaches. Migraine insurance coverage typically includes doctor consultations, medications, and emergency care, often covered under...

Medical history plays an important role in determining eligibility for health insurance in India. Insurers provide coverage to applicants with pre-existing diseases through premium loading, waiting periods, and specific conditions. Insurers will completely reject applicants with certain severe medical conditions...

India’s top insurers offer comprehensive outpatient care for respiratory conditions like Asthma and COPD, covering costs for doctor fees, diagnostic tests, and prescribed medication, particularly under specific health policies. These insurance policies particularly include coverage for follow-up visits, daycare procedures,...

Recommended lifestyle support for patients with heart failure focuses on reducing cardiac workload and managing symptoms by intake of a low-sodium diet, daily weight monitoring to detect fluid retention, regular physical activity, avoiding smoking, limited alcohol, and stress management.

Strategies for...

Long-term care for cystic fibrosis (CF) involves a comprehensive, lifelong management plan focused on clearing mucus from the lungs, avoiding infections, ensuring sufficient nutrition, and managing complications. Since cystic fibrosis is a chronic, progressive genetic disease with no cure, treatment...