May 2, 2026

CareFirst clinches top health prize at Stuff Magazine App Awards

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In a remarkable achievement, CareFirst – the innovative healthcare web app developed by First Care Solutions – has secured first place in the Health Section at the 2024 Stuff Awards.

Held annually by Stuff Magazine, these prestigious awards recognise excellence in digital innovation and technological advancement.

CareFirst has quickly emerged as a game-changer in South Africa’s healthcare landscape, offering users:

  • Instant medical consultations with qualified doctors, available 24/7, 365 days a year.
  • AI-powered vital scanning – advanced technology to monitor key health metrics including blood pressure, respiratory rate and heart rate.
  • Comprehensive medical services – convenient access to doctors’ consultations, prescriptions, sick notes and referrals.

“I’m really proud of what our team has created. CareFirst is a platform that can really transform the way people access healthcare,” says Dr Steve Holt, CEO at First Care Solutions.

CareFirst represents a shift toward more accessible, efficient and personalised care, promising a future where quality care is available to everyone, regardless of their location or time constraints – and this award is a testament to that.

First Care Solutions is a medical technology, management and administration company founded in 2007. It delivers its services nationally to private medical practices, hospital groups, medical aids and corporate clients.

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