MBF primed to pounce

Article Abstract:

Australia's second- biggest health insurer MBF Australia and three its acquisitions, have shown an outstanding performance in their revenue generation in the month of June. MBF posted a net profit of over $100 million; its member reserves totaled $576.2 million and underwriting profit to $49.3 million. The causes for the company's good performance and the management approaches are also discussed.

Sales, profits & dividends, Medical Service and Health Insurance, Company sales and earnings, Company earnings/profit, Health insurance industry

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Fortune favors the few

Article Abstract:

The need to maintain health in order to enjoy one's wealth has been mentioned. New South Wales Department of Health's Adult Health Survey, 2002 reports that wealthy people are less likely get diseases like diabetes, female obesity, mental illness due to the care they give to their health.

Surveys, Diseases, Rich, Rich people, Administrative agencies, Government agencies

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Fat profits

Article Abstract:

With obesity fast becoming AustraliaEs biggest national health problem, food companies are bringing out a wide range of low-fat and low-calorie products. The business sense behind this decision is examined and factors surrounding the obesity problem in the country are discussed.

Marketing procedures, Health aspects, Marketing, Obesity, Control, Company marketing practices, Low-calorie food, Low calorie foods

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