Is this your year to get healthy? Here’s how nib can help

Each January around the world, thousands of New Year’s resolutions are made with the best intentions.

And while some of us resolve to switch careers or travel more, many of the most popular resolutions are about making healthy lifestyle changes – quit smoking, drink less or lose weight.

And that’s where nib members have a real advantage.

At nib, we’re committed to keeping you at your healthiest all year round, so we offer a number of programs and benefits available to eligible members^* to help keep you on track.

Did you know that being overweight or obese increases your likelihood of suffering from chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis and respiratory disease? If you’re already living with a condition like this nib may be able to help.

We offer our Health Management Programs to eligible nib members at no additional cost^* who’ve been diagnosed with, or are at risk of heart disease, type-2 diabetes or respiratory disease.

Perfect for those who struggle to keep motivated and need some extra support, it includes personalised coaching with nutrition, fitness and lifestyle advice. With your coach, you’ll be able to set up your own health goals, get advice on the questions to ask your doctor and education on how to maintain your optimal level of health – so you can make long-term changes.

If your resolution is to give up smoking, we want to help you achieve it; that’s why we offer Extras covers that include benefits for nicotine replacement therapies that are ordered by your GP, including gum, patches, inhalers and lozenges. The aim of these therapies is to help you quit by replacing some of the addictive nicotine you’d normally get through a cigarette to help ease the withdrawal symptoms.

Each additional kilogram you weigh puts two to three times more pressure on your knees. We understand that the discomfort of knee and hip osteoarthritis can be excruciating, so we partner with providers to offer the Healthy Weight For Life™ Program – aimed to help you better manage your joint pain from the comfort of your own home. The program, which is available to eligible nib members at no additional cost³, includes a structured eating and weight management plan, an activity plan with strength, balance and mobility exercises and ongoing support to help you maintain a healthy weight.

We all struggle with our mental health from time to time, but you don't have to do it alone. nib foundation partner, Lifeline, has developed a new online self-help toolkit that provides free access to a range of resources and digital tools to help you keep on top of your mental health.

Trying to improve your mental health by changing your relationship with alcohol? nib foundation partner, Hello Sunday Morning, can help. They offer an online alcohol and wellbeing self-assessment tool to help you understand your drinking habits and take care of your health. The Daybreak app provides the tools you need to change these habits, including free 24/7 digital support and access to an online community of like-minded people.

If you or someone you know needs help, please call: 

• Lifeline 13 11 14 

• Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 

• Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 

Interested in finding out whether you’re eligible for any of our Health Management Programs, or simply keen to get more information? Visit our Health Management Programs page.

Are you looking to make this year your healthiest year yet? Check out our range of exciting benefits and exclusive offers through nib Rewards. We’ve partnered with more than a whole host of retailers, so you can unlock serious savings on everything from fitness classes to workout gear and nutrition programs. Find out how you can save today.

*Available to eligible nib members who’ve held Hospital Cover for 12 months and served their relevant waiting periods. Additional criteria vary according to each program. Contact us for more information and to confirm your eligibility for a program.