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Medical Negligence Claims Drop – But Billions Still At Stake

by Marecia Damons & David Capel | GroundUp | 29 April 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | April 2026, Archive

Medical negligence claims against the state have fallen sharply, but the public health system still faces R62bn in contingent liabilities.

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Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Costs Rising Sharply

by healthmatters | Apr 30, 2026 | April 2026, Archive

Employer-sponsored health insurance in the United States is losing ground as soaring premiums push workers toward cheaper alternatives.

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Diabetes Dashboard Launches To Speed Up Care In Public Clinics

by Kabungane Biyela | TimesLIVE | 28 April 202 | Apr 29, 2026 | April 2026, Archive

Diabetes Dashboard gives near-real-time diabetes control data within 48 hours, helping public clinics act faster and target support.

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HIV Funding in South Africa Faces Serious Cuts

by healthmatters | Apr 29, 2026 | April 2026, Archive

South Africa must navigate the upcoming end of Global Fund HIV funding by 2034. Learn more about the implications.

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NHI Constitutional Court Challenge: Key Issues Unpacked

by healthmatters | Apr 28, 2026 | April 2026, Archive

The NHI Constitutional Court Challenge moves forward as key figures debate the validity of the public consultation process.

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Weight Management Spending Reshapes Household Budgets

by healthmatters | Apr 27, 2026 | April 2026, Archive

Weight management spending in South Africa is rising fast as consumers pay for diet support, GLP-1 medicines and healthier food.

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