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Gems Contribution Increase Sparks call for Removal of Leadership

The Gems Contribution Increase leads to calls for transparency and the removal of leadership amid rising premium disputes.

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Childhood Cancer Diagnosis: The Impact of Delayed Treatment

South Africa diagnoses too few children with cancer, a gap that experts say costs lives. In the Cape Town metro, the Western Cape health department estimates that clinicians diagnose about 100 children under 15 with cancer each year. Rates are broadly stable, but case numbers are rising with population growth. Nationally, the Cancer Association of […]

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Medical Aid Tax Credits and Public Health Jobs

Explore the impact of Medical Aid Tax Credits on public health jobs and the ongoing budget fight in South Africa’s health sector.

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NHI Constitutional Challenge: AfriForum’s Legal Action

AfriForum escalates the NHI constitutional challenge against Ramaphosa and Motsoaledi. Uncover the legal battle’s significance now.

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AIDS Drug Tender Controversy Raises Serious Questions

Delve into the AIDS Drug Tender Controversy where Motsoaledi points to the DG in the R15.5bn ARV procurement scandal.

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Medical Negligence Compensation Reform Impacts on Budgets

Understand the implications of medical negligence compensation reform as R630m claims hinder Eastern Cape healthcare systems.

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GEMS Contribution Increase Sparks Union Backlash

Unions oppose the Gems contribution increase, citing economic unfairness. Learn why audits are being called for.

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Malaria Financing In Africa: Strategies and Solutions

Investigate the current state of malaria financing in Africa and its significance for public health advancement.

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US Childhood Vaccine Schedule Under Legal Challenge

Learn about the US childhood vaccine schedule and the legal challenges against changes to routine vaccinations for children.

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FDA Unpredictable: Moderna Challenges the Agency

Moderna criticises the FDA as unpredictable, impacting its mRNA flu shot and the future of drug innovation in America.

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EC Medico-Legal Claims: SCA Overturns Public Care Remedy

EC medico legal claims ruling: SCA rejects public care remedy, backs lump-sum damages, and warns of risk to children’s best interests.

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Value-Based Healthcare: A New Approach to Care

Understand the impact of value-based healthcare on South Africa’s medical aids, prioritizing prevention to avoid costly complications.

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