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Deaths of at least 45 babies linked back to poor care in hospitals

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Cost of medication is increasing while many can’t afford private healthcare

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She did it again! Britney Spears is the ‘most influential person’ of 2021

Babies dying of negligence
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Deaths of at least 45 babies linked back to poor care in hospitals

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Cost of medication is increasing while many can’t afford private healthcare

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She did it again! Britney Spears is the ‘most influential person’ of 2021

New study suggests SA is the w
Lifestyle

New study suggests SA is the world’s ‘unhealthiest country’

By Erene Roux10-02-2021 13:45

A new study found South Africa to be ‘unhealthiest country’ in the world, after scoring poorly for life expectancy and rates of premature death.

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In case you missed it: World Schizophrenia Day

By Thabo Baloyi24-05-2020 21:41

As many as 20 million people across the world suffer from schizophrenia and the condition is not as common as other mental health ailments.

Zweli Mkhize Level 4
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‘More than 500 health workers test positive for COVID-19’ – Mkhize

By Andrea Chothia06-05-2020 13:36

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said 149 health workers have made a recovery, while two others lost their lives to COVID-19.

Olympic swimmer goes viral wit
Lifestyle

Olympic swimmer goes viral with ‘waterless swim’ workout [video]

By Erene Roux23-04-2020 13:35

A clip of Yulia Efimova keeping her core strength up outside the pool has been viewed more than 10 million times on social media.

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World News

Coronavirus: Texas genetics company claims to have created a vaccine

By Andile Sicetsha21-02-2020 13:57

It’s reported that the vaccine will undergo animal trials in the United States and China.

NHI bill solidarity
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NHI Bill public hearings have been extended to end of November

By Buhle Lindwa04-10-2019 18:33

The NHI Bill public hearings will start in Mpumalanga from 25 to 28 October.

NHI bill solidarity
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Parliament announces NHI Bill public hearings to start in October

By (ANA) African News Agency24-09-2019 15:26

The public hearings will also take place on weekends to accommodate those who aren’t available during the week.

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Ramaphosa launches modern NHI clinic in Eastern Cape

By Buhle Lindwa17-09-2019 18:13

The clinic is estimated to attend to 65 000 people each year.

NHI bill solidarity
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The DA calls for parliament to issue public hearings on NHI Bill legislation

By Buhle Lindwa01-09-2019 20:03

The DA has created a petition where citizens can lodge complaints against NHI Bill legislation.

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Health Minister promises baby steps on National Health Insurance

By Jan-Jan Joubert30-08-2019 06:54

The battle has about the future shape of South African healthcare has started, and it is a battle royal which will clearly have massive implications any which way it goes.

Siviwe Gwarube DA. Image: supplied
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An alternative to NHI: Unpacking the Sizani Universal Healthcare plan

By Buhle Lindwa22-08-2019 17:58

DA’s Siviwe Gwarube goes into detail regarding the Sizani Universal Healthcare.

Border2Beach: Cyclists set for
Lifestyle

Border2Beach: Cyclists set for 2200km tour for those affected by dementia

By Erene Roux21-08-2019 15:35

Four cyclists are ready to cycle across the country to raise awareness for dementia as part of the Border2Beach ‘psycle’ tour.

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Technology

Digital healthcare merges technologies to revolutionise the health sector

By Cheryl Kahla06-08-2019 12:38

Digital healthcare is the next step toward empowering people with efficient healthcare advice.

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Lifestyle

Southern Africa needs better health care for women and girls on the move

By The Conversation31-07-2019 21:56

Women are on the move throughout southern Africa. They move within the countries they were born in, or cross borders in the region.

Gang violence is putting press
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Gang violence is putting pressure on the Western Cape health budget

By Buhle Lindwa30-07-2019 19:19

Western Cape Health MEC to strengthen the health system; gang-related violence is putting pressure on the Western Cape health budget.

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DA on NHI bill: Pilot projects were a complete disaster

By Buhle Lindwa30-07-2019 16:51

The Democratic Alliance claims that the NHI bill pilot projects were a complete disaster despite over R4 billion being spent.

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Lifestyle

Here’s why migrants must be part of South Africa’s universal health plan

By The Conversation30-07-2019 14:10

Seven years ago the United Nations (UN) endorsed universal health coverage as key to sustainable development and global security.

Zweli Mkhize hopeful on NHI report.
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“There is no perfect research method”: Zweli Mkhize on NHI

By Buhle Lindwa26-07-2019 17:56

Zweli Mkhize, says that the successful implementation of the National Health Insurance will depend on collaborative efforts.

Health Compact Signing president Cyril Ramaphosa. Image: Twitter/ the presidency
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Just in: Cyril Ramaphosa signs off on Presidential Health Compact

By Buhle Lindwa25-07-2019 17:36

The signing of the Presidential Health Compact was officiated by President Cyril Ramaphosa in Tshwane today.

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Cyril Ramaphosa set to sign Presidential Health Compact

By Buhle Lindwa24-07-2019 13:51

An active partnership for Health Compact between the presidency and government departments will exist.

david makhura at sebokeng hospital
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David Makhura spooks Sebokeng Hospital staff with surprise visit

By Andile Sicetsha18-07-2019 09:41

The first of many unannounced visits for ailing Gauteng hospitals.

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Here’s how long patients wait to get assistance at Gauteng hospitals

By Andile Sicetsha17-07-2019 12:16

Most of these hospitals service poor communities who cannot afford the private option.

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Health and Fitness

Winter sniffles: Five ways to get through the flu this season

By Calyn Moneron02-07-2019 17:42

Winter is here again along with the flu season. Here are some tips to try stay healthy this Winter.

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Lifestyle

Simple exercise program developed to help stroke survivors

By Calyn Moneron27-06-2019 16:59

A doctor from the University of Stellenbosch has created a new exercise program to help stroke survivors.

Multivitamins
Health and Fitness

Multivitamins: A waste of money or a necessary supplement?

By Natasha King01-06-2019 13:02

Do multivitamins and supplements provide any additional health benefits if you are already living a healthy and balanced lifestyle? Does taking multivitamins actually do anything for you?

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