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The presence of South Africans in the United States has increased from over 75 000 to at least 133 359...
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The future of healthcare is not just on the horizon, it’s unfolding before our eyes. Artificial intelligence (AI), digital tools,...
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The Department of Health’s 2025/26 Budget Vote is expected to focus on addressing the shortfall caused by the withdrawal of...
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Siemens, the trusted global technology leader, has signed a landmark agreement with MiKO Pharma to develop state-of-the-art facilities for the...
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The healthcare industry is on the brink of radical transformation such as we’ve never experienced before. And as medical technology...
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As many as 76% of South African employees run out of money before the end of the month, and 89%...
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The Minerals Council South Africa launched its Ex-Mineworkers Occupational Lung Disease (OLD) Guide in multiple languages to mark World TB...
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As the United States under President Donald Trump freezes foreign aid funding through USAID, many organisations in South Africa are...
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping healthcare globally, and Africa stands to benefit immensely. AI-driven telemedicine is revolutionising access to care,...
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VillageReach has launched a programme funded by Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited to enhance laboratory sample referral and transportation systems for...
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Reliable and affordable low-cost medical cover for employees is already available, and corporate South Africa has been slow to embrace...
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As South Africa continues to grapple with rising socio-economic challenges, a concerning public health issue looms large: the alarming increase...
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ER Consulting Inc. has concluded a groundbreaking network agreement with Sasolmed, effective 1 November 2024. This collaboration represents a significant...
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As Insight marks its 10th anniversary, the company reflects on a decade of transformative contributions to the healthcare sector. Over...
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As director of the newly established Medical School in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Nelson Mandela University, I am...
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“Hi, my name is Veronicca Ndhlovu. I am 17 and a Grade 11 student. I have a tight group of...
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The healthcare landscape is rapidly evolving, and 2025 is poised to bring significant changes driven by technological advancements and shifting...
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Pharmacists play an essential role in South Africa's healthcare system. They provide critical insights into medication usage, side effects and...
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It’s that time of the year when breast cancer and prostate cancer awareness months remind the public to be proactive...
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On 18 June 2020, a seemingly ordinary day at the office took a different turn for 28-year-old Nelisiwe Nare. At...
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In September, 40 African health ministers signed important agreements at the Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum (PASHeF) in Rwanda. These agreements...
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Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a buzzword for a few years, mostly in the space of content creation; however, its...
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In South Africa, cataracts are a major cause of avoidable blindness, affecting more than 370 000 people. HOT Cares and...
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The issue of mental health in healthcare workers (HCWs) will be afforded particular attention at the upcoming Africa Health Congress,...
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The SA Heart Annual Congress will take place from 8 to 10 November at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg. The...
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Adcock Ingram Critical Care, a leading manufacturer and supplier of hospital and critical care products in southern Africa, is taking...
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Diverse and inclusive workplaces offer a rich environment for innovation, creativity and problem-solving. In South Africa, the call for more...
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In a remarkable achievement, CareFirst – the innovative healthcare web app developed by First Care Solutions – has secured first...
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The National Health Insurance (NHI) and collaboration were the topics on everyone’s lips at the recent Health Innovation Summit Africa...
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When the continent’s medical experts and healthcare leaders gather in Cape Town next month, they will spend a big part...
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Pharma Dynamics, a leading local pharmaceutical company, has successfully acquired the South African division of the Medical Nutritional Institute (MNI):...
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At the GIBS/PPS conference on 19 August, Professional Provident Society (PPS) Health highlighted the ongoing digital transformation in the managed...
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Over the past few years, there has been a notable shift toward the use of insulin pens in the public...
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As technology continues to shrink the world, migration is becoming easier. According to Statista, nearly a million South Africans emigrated...
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The landscape of healthcare in South Africa is undergoing a profound transformation. While this transformation is largely focused on the...
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Access to affordable, quality healthcare is a fundamental human right, enshrined in the South African Constitution and affirmed by the...
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The South African healthcare system faces challenges: from insufficient resources and suboptimal working conditions that can contribute to professional burnout...
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A controversial new chapter in South Africa’s healthcare system is unfolding, with President Cyril Ramaphosa signing the divisive National Health...
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The first 1 000 days of a baby’s life are crucial. This period is characterised by rapid physical, cognitive and...
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In the evolving landscape of global health, digital innovation emerges as a beacon of hope, pushing the boundaries of what...
