Dis-Chem Grapples with Retail Squeeze and Fierce Competition

The group identifies limited availability of profitable locations as a key risk to its expansion strategy, which relies on opening new stores and acquiring independent pharmacies. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content. View Membership Levels...

Medihelp’s Financial Woes Deny Child Life-Saving Medication

A ruling by the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) has allowed Medihelp Medical Scheme to deny life-saving medication for a child with Hunter syndrome due to its poor financial standing. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content. View Membership...

Starmer Launches Decade-Long Strategy for NHS Overhaul

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has launched an ambitious 10-year strategy to overhaul the crisis-hit NHS, promising new community health hubs and fundamental reform to tackle waiting lists and future-proof the service. Membership Required You must be a member to...

BHF Takes Fight for Low-Cost Medical Schemes to SCA

The Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) escalates its legal battle to the Supreme Court of Appeal after the high court rejects its bid to compel the introduction of Low-Cost Benefit Options (LCBOs) for medical schemes in South Africa. Membership Required You must be a...

Study Warns Toddlers are Developing ‘Middle-Aged’ Diseases

A shocking South African study reveals a childhood obesity crisis, with children as young as five developing hypertension and diabetes. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content. View Membership Levels Already a member? Log in...