Empowering Students with Accessible Healthcare Advice

University life presents unique health challenges: demanding schedules, changing environments, and limited budgets. Students often delay seeking medical help due to cost or lack of nearby healthcare facilities. Affordable telephonic medical consultations offer a practical bridge—providing quick guidance, advice, and peace of mind, without the need for in-person visits or high fees.

How telephonic medical consultations benefit students

• Immediate access to registered healthcare professionals for everyday concerns, minor illnesses, and urgent questions.
• No need to travel—get advice and prescriptions over the phone from your campus or residence.
• Available after hours, ensuring support during late study sessions or travel between home and university.

Which student health needs can be covered?

• Common colds, flu symptoms, and basic infections
• Advice on medication or prescription renewals
• Mental health check-ins (for non-emergency, support-level needs)
• General wellness, nutrition, and health management guidance

With Affinity Health’s affordable options, students can access telephonic consultations as part of a day-to-day health plan. Submit a contact form to learn more about day-to-day cover benefits and how ongoing healthcare guidance fits into your student budget.

Cost-effective cover designed for students

Telephonic medical consultations are included in affordable health plan options. Premiums can start as low as R649 per month. These packages combine telephonic consultations with GP visits and medication limits—ideal for limiting out-of-pocket costs while studying.

Maximising Student Health Without Breaking the Bank

The affordability of telephonic consultations helps students confidently manage their health without postponing care. This proactive approach improves wellbeing and academic performance, avoiding minor health issues becoming major disruptions.

Practical examples of telephonic consultation use

• Clarifying symptoms of a seasonal illness before visiting a GP
• Getting advice when unsure about side effects from medication
• Obtaining immediate support during stress or exam pressure
• Recommending next steps after a sports injury or minor accident

Students can combine access to telephonic consultations with hospital and routine care cover for a comprehensive solution. Affinity Health’s plans are designed to balance affordable monthly premiums with wide-ranging benefits. Submit a contact form to learn more in the combined plan overview for a holistic approach.

Network reach and convenience

• Wide network of participating clinics and hospitals for follow-up care
• Find nearby providers through our provider locator tool
• Peace of mind with coverage that travels with you as you move between home, campus, and city

Making the most of your student health plan

1. Keep your telephonic consultation access information in your phone contacts
2. Use consultations early to manage emerging health issues
3. Always document advice for quick reference or follow-up if needed
4. Understand your benefits by reviewing your plan details regularly

Sources

• Affinity Health - Day-to-Day Cover
• Affinity Health - Pricing Guide
• Affinity Health - Combined Plan Details
• Statistics South Africa: General Household Survey 2021
• Government Services - Health Care Portal