Unu Health explained: Simple, affordable healthcare
Taking care of your health shouldn’t be complicated or expensive. With busy schedules and rising healthcare costs, accessing quality care isn’t always easy. That’s where Unu Health comes in.
What is Unu Health? Unu Health is designed to make private healthcare simpler and more accessible, and as a Standard Bank accountholder, it gives you access to essential health services, wellness support, and affordable healthcare cover.
What are the benefits of Unu Health?
1. Consult a private doctor online
Consult a private doctor via voice, text, or video without making an appointment. You can also get a script and sick note if needed. Should the doctor be unable to assist, we will refund the full cost of your consult within 24 hours.
Online doctor consults are available Monday to Sunday and public holidays, with extended hours at no extra cost.
2. Order blood tests from your phone
Choose from up to 17 blood tests and visit your nearest Ampath, no referral needed.
You will receive your results in less than 48 hours, plus a free phone consultation to discuss your results.
3. Buy an Unu CareCard™ voucher
Buy a CareCard to gift a private doctor consult or blood test to someone you care about. You can easily share the voucher via SMS, WhatsApp or email.
4. Get free health checks
Check in with your health, spot patterns over time, and see your health score in one clear view.
Your health score includes:
- Vitals check-in
- Mental wellbeing
- Lifestyle habits
- Health history
You can use your health score to set goals, track progress, and take action early - without pressure or guesswork.
Frequently asked questions
Why should I use Unu Health?
Unu Health makes taking care of your health simple, affordable, and stress-free. You get to access private healthcare, preventative tools and peace of mind from your phone, anywhere in South Africa.
What benefits do I get as a Standard Bank accountholder?
a) If you have an ACHIEVA™ bank account: Get 1 free discount voucher valued at R15 every 90 days.
b) If you have a Prestige bank account: Get 1 discount voucher valued at R15 every 90 days and 5 free vital health checks per month on the Unu Health App.
c) If you have a Private or Signature bank account: Get 1 discount voucher valued at R20 every 90 days and 10 free vital health checks per month on the Unu Health App.
Does Unu Health offer health insurance?
Yes, Unu Health offers flexible and affordable healthcare cover designed to support better wellness and productivity while making it easier to access quality private healthcare. The healthcare cover is underwritten by GENRIC Insurance Company Limited, ensuring members receive reliable and regulated insurance-backed benefits.
Are you ready to get started on your healthcare journey? Download the Unu Health App today to access trusted, affordable care.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Unu Health is a trademark of The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited (Reg No. 1962/000738/06), an authorised financial service provider (FSP 11287) and registered credit provider (NCR CP15)). For more information about Unu Health, visit www.unuhealth.org
Standard Bank, its subsidiaries or holding company, or any subsidiary of the holding company and all of its subsidiaries make no warranties or representations (implied or otherwise) as to the accuracy, completeness or fitness for purpose of the information provided in this article or that it is free from errors or omissions.