Discovery cushioned against virus claims

23 February 2020 - 05:00 By PENELOPE MASHEGO

Chinese health insurer Ping An Health, in which Discovery has a stake, has been cushioned from the effects of the coronavirus epidemic as the government foots the bill for virus-related medical care and members shun hospitals - which could reduce claims on the company...

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