8 October 2026
Cancer in South Africa is rising, with deaths forecast to nearly double by 2050. Learn what ageing, smoking and urbanisation mean for care.
8 October 2026
Hospitals are investing in infection prevention and control as antimicrobial resistance rises, but experts say gaps remain.
8 October 2026
Experts say South Africa should track medicine shortages by whether patients get full treatment on time, not by stock figures alone.
6 October 2026
6 October 2026
A global study of over 6 million people confirms the gender pain gap, with women reporting more pain than men at every body site.
5 October 2026
Noncommunicable diseases now cause 74% of global deaths. See what the WHO's latest Global Health Estimates reveal about life expectancy.
2 October 2026
Get insights into the 2027 medical aid contributions increase by South Africa's leading schemes. Understand the factors behind it.
2 October 2026
Learn about Vitality's GLP-1 obesity support and how it supports successful weight loss through assessments and personalised programs.
2 October 2026
US health secretary RFK Jr sees AI in healthcare as a tool to put patients in charge. What this means for doctors and drugmakers.
1 October 2026
The Law Reform Commission proposes replacing lump-sum payouts for medical negligence claims against the state with structured settlements.
1 October 2026
The Eastern Cape cut its medicolegal liability from R38bn to under R19bn, but experts say safer care must follow the savings.
1 October 2026
NHI communications contracts worth R182m face scrutiny over spending, health programme funding and oversight.