AAR Insurance Rolls out Corona Virus Vaccine Medical Cover
AAR Insurance company has introduced the ‘Chanjo’ cover 9which is meant to cater for medical expenses arising from the side effects of the coronavirus vaccine, with a coverage limit of Sh500,000 for inpatient treatment.
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In a statement by AAR Insurance MD Nixon Shigoli on Tuesday, he said that individuals who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 and are worried about developing complications can now acquire an Sh2, 950 health insurance coverage for up to 60 days after receiving the jab.
"The vaccine insurance also comes with Sh500,000 last expense benefit, in partnership with Pioneer Assurance. One can sign-up for the cover via USSD and online through the AAR Insurance website," Shigoli said.
The Managing Director emphasized that vaccination is one of the most effective weapons in containing the virus by enhancing the ability of individuals to fight off the virus, thus reducing the risk of severe illness.
The vaccine works by triggering the body’s immunity system to develop protection against the coronavirus.
Although adverse conditions to the vaccine are rare, according to medical experts, they vary depending on the type of vaccine
