The 2022 Federal Budget: Recap and highlights
29-03-2029 Assisting with the increasing cost of living, helping Australians to own their own homes, supporting mental health, and incentivising small businesses to adopt digital technology… these are just some of the proposals Josh Frydenberg handed down as part of the 2022 Federal Budget. READ MOREMetLife expands its 360Health digital offering
29-04-2022 MetLife Australia has launched the 360Health Virtual Care mobile app and additional consultation services. READ MOREGrit, family love and an unlikely feathered friend helped Sam Bloom recover
17-12-2021 A devastating accident left Sam Bloom paralysed from the chest down. But the love of her family, an iron will and a little help from a baby bird helped her bounce back and find meaning in life. READ MORETriumph over adversity: the story of Paralympics champion Curtis McGrath
17-12-2021 Paralympian, Australian Army vet and double amputee Curtis McGrath reflects on his experiences and how he learned that having goals and overcoming adversity are the most important things in life. READ MOREThe recipe for healthy living: combining good nutrition with mindfulness
10-12-2021 Dietitian and mindfulness expert Dr Tasmiah Masih (Tas) believes we would all derive enormous health benefits by integrating stress management into our everyday activities – particularly when it comes to our food choices and how we prepare meals. READ MOREThe keys to positive mental health
08-10-2021 MetLife’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr Samuel Lim, explains the stress signs to look out for, how to bring positive mental health activities into your life, and where to get help if you’re feeling overwhelmed. READ MOREThe Burden of disease - making positive changes
13-09-2021 MetLife’s 360Health recognises the importance of focusing not just on lifespan but also on our healthspan – the number of years we live healthily and without the burden of disease, especially preventable disease. READ MOREDark Side of the Screen
13-09-2021 The MetLife 360Health team explores how screen time can impact our sleep. READ MORESelf Care Top Tips
13-09-2021 It is important that during stressful times you carve out some time for yourselves. Here are some tips from MetLife 360Health. READ MORENutrition tips
10-09-2021 We all know that diet care and healthy eating are essential to keeping our immune system functioning optimally, yet we don’t prioritise it when dealing with stress and isolation. READ MOREHealthy Habits - How to thrive
31-08-2021 Mental wellness is a process that we engage in proactively – it is not a static state of being – eMindful. These tips and strategies from the 360Health team can help you boost your mental health. READ MOREHealthy Habits - How to sleep
31-08-2021 When our sleep is poor, or we cannot get enough sleep, we may not function normally during the day when awake. When it comes to mental health, good sleep, a healthy diet and exercise are all critically important. READ MOREWhy life insurers have a bigger role to play in supporting customers mental health
03-08-2021 As we continue to feel the profound health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, supporting the mental health of Australians has become an even more urgent priority. READ MORECold and Flu Tips
06-07-2021 Reliable steps for staying on your feet during the cold and flu season from the MetLife 360Health team. READ MOREEating and activity to help strengthen your GI tract
02-06-2021 Your gut is amazingly responsive to both good and bad influences. Fortunately, many good influences can help you strengthen your gut. READ MORELife Insights - 360Health Virtual Care Transcript
26-04-2021 Jamie Vickers and Dr. Benson Riddle from Teladoc Health discuss MetLife’s latest offering – 360Health Virtual Care. Find out how you and your clients can tap into, and maximise the benefits, of having access to a network of leading local and global specialists and doctors in the comfort of your own home… and at no extra cost. READ MORE360Health Virtual Care: An introduction
22-04-2021 MetLife has partnered with Teladoc; a leading global provider of Virtual Care to support our customers when they need it the most. READ MOREMetLife 360Health Virtual Care: GP Online
21-04-2021 MetLife customers can receive support and guidance from doctors in Australia without needing to travel for appointments through the GP Online service offered as part of our 360Health Virtual Care program. READ MORESecond Medical Opinion: When you need peace of mind
21-04-2021 MetLife members can get expert support regarding any medical diagnosis via a service called Second Medical Opinion. This online service offers an in-depth review of your diagnosis and treatment options by a leading global expert in your specific condition. READ MOREMental health support through MetLife 360Health Virtual Care
21-04-2021 MetLife customers can access expert mental health advice from the comfort of their home through Mental Health Assist, part of the 360Health Virtual Care program provided in partnership with Teladoc Health. READ MOREMetLife 360Health: Knowledge Is Power
09-04-2021 We are investing in ways to help look after your clients' health with MetLife 360Health. Discover how MetLife 360Health can help your clients live healthier for longer. READ MORE360Health Virtual Care: Brings health care to your home
09-04-2021 MetLife now offers a safe and convenient way to access health care advice at home via its 360Health Virtual Care program. Read about it in our explainer here. READ MOREImprove your nutrition plan through MetLife 360Health Virtual Care
09-04-2021 A balanced nutrition plan is vital to wellbeing – whether you want to get fitter, lose weight or generally feel better. Here are three great reasons MetLife offers a professional Nutrition Consultation through its 360Health Virtual Care program. READ MOREMental health tips for young people
01-04-2021 Dr Lorelle Drew, Consultant Psychiatrist at The Victoria Clinic, and Mark Raberger, Head of Health at MetLife Australia, share some tips on looking after your family's mental health and wellbeing during tough times. READ MOREThe impact of COVID-19 on children and how you can help
01-04-2021 COVID-19 continues to disrupt our lives at almost every level, from home to school to work. Dr Lorelle Drew, Consultant Psychiatrist at The Victoria Clinic, shares some useful ideas for how parents can help children cope with mental health challenges. READ MOREDigital Detox: How to disconnect from your tech
03-03-2021 In today’s digital age, we are constantly surrounded by technology. Beyond staring at computer screens throughout our work day, exposure to social media and email communication has become increasingly mobile through our smartphones, tablets and even watches. READ MOREMental ill health - understanding the signs
02-03-2021 Major mental illnesses rarely appear out of the blue. There are often small changes or feelings that “something is not quite right” about peoples thinking, feelings or behaviours. It is important that we understand what to look for and what to do. READ MORELife Insights - Michelle's Story Transcript
18-01-2021 Mental health and suicide have touched many within the financial advice industry, including Michelle, whose husband took his own life in early 2020. Michelle wanted to share her story to encourage anyone who is struggling, or know someone who is struggling, to reach out – there is always someone willing to help, you just have to put your hand up. READ MOREHow to cope when your partner loses their job
02-12-2020 Losing a job can trigger strong emotions and cause you to rethink your financial future. Here are some ideas on how to cope from Mark Raberger, Head of Health at MetLife Australia, and Glen Hare, a financial adviser at Fox & Hare. READ MOREBreaking down the stigma of men’s mental health
02-12-2020 One in eight men experience depression, while Australia’s most common mental health challenge, anxiety, affects one in five men. READ MORE9 ways to look after your mental health during the silly season
02-12-2020 For many Australians, the festive season can be a time that is met with increased levels of stress, anxiety and loneliness. Here are nine top tips below to help you through this silly season. READ MOREStaying connected, even when you’re busy
01-12-2020 There are only 24 hours in a day and, when something has to give, that something is often the stuff you need more than ever. But it’s really important to stop and connect with yourself and others, even when it’s busy. READ MORELife Insights - Mental Health Transcript
03-11-2020 Noel Lord talks to FPA Chair Marisa Broome and AFA CEO Phil Kewin about the mental wellbeing of financial planners and others in the financial services industry, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MOREWorking from home - am I being ergonomic?
24-04-2020 Ergonomics is the science of fitting a workplace to a user’s needs. The aim is ensure that you are comfortable, productive and efficient. It is not just about your chair and your desk but the entire environment around you. Here we consider the needs for each individual in their own environment which in this case is the home. READ MOREStaying active while isolated
23-04-2020 There are a number of factors that contribute to our mental health and many of these relate to diet, activity and social interaction. READ MORELooking out for others when isolated
21-04-2020 Support those around you with these simple tips during isolation. READ MORECOVID-19: Getting the facts straight
01-04-2020 We are living in a period where information is changing daily and it is difficult to keep up to speed with what is unfolding. Each day there are new rules, more numbers and shifts in health views. READ MORECOVID-19 Proofing
31-03-2020 We’re having to stay at home more now due to COVID-19 but there are times when you might need to venture out. Here are some tips to help you navigate this new world. READ MORE