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SLIC General's Medi 60 honours elders with protection, care, and dignity
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|October 01, 2025
Medi 60 recognizes turning 60 is not the end of an active life, but the beginning of a new chapter requiring specialized care tailored to the realities of aging. The plan offers three flexible policy options, providing additional coverage for both government and private hospitals. Importantly, the policy is issued with pre-existing medical conditions being excluded other than diabetes, cholesterol and hypertension, in addition to common health concerns without prior complications. The approach supports older adults that have too often been excluded from traditional insurance
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As Sri Lanka commemorates International Day of Older Persons on October 1st, the nation echoes on the immeasurable contributions of senior citizens, among them parents, teachers and all other professionals, workers, and community leaders who have devoted their lives to building the country's foundations.
Providing for their wellbeing is no longer a responsibility, but a moral duty and a national priority.
However, as many are entering their golden years' they face increasing health challenges. The government has introduced important provisions to support senior citizens, but more needs to be done to strengthen their healthcare and protection.
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