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Competition Commission Pharma Probe Expands Scope

The Competition Commission has initiated an early-stage investigation into several pharmaceutical manufacturers following a complaint from the national health department. The companies named include Ascendis, Pharma Q and Sonke, all of which supply medicines to the state.

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Sizwe Hosmed Curator Replacement Ordered By High Court

Sizwe Hosmed curator replacement confirmed, with Ian Fleming appointed. The CMS assures members that the scheme is stable and operational.

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NHI Public Participation Challenge Reshapes Legislative Focus

The NHI Public Participation Challenge brings a new focus to the Constitutional Court, questioning Parliament’s process on the NHI Bill.

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Gauteng Hospital Overcrowding: MEC Denial Sparks Backlash

The Gauteng hospital overcrowding crisis deepens as MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko rejects claims, blames patients, and bars journalists.

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Bogus Doctors in focus as HPCSA Warns on Rising Fraud

Bogus doctors remain a serious risk, says the HPCSA, as arrests rise and patients are urged to verify practitioners on the online register.

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Sizwe Hosmed Curatorship Exposes R522m in Duplicate Claims

Sizwe Hosmed’s curatorship intensifies as the CMS alleges R522m in duplicate claims, stale payouts and credit card misuse.

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Medical Aid Tax Credit Cut Could Reshape SA’s Private Healthcare

Medical aid tax credits may be withdrawn from 2026. Analysis warns of medical aid membership losses and rising public-sector pressure.

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Gauteng Health Turmoil as MEC Backs Tainted Department Head

Gauteng health turmoil as MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko backs Lesiba Malotana despite SIU flags and fresh questions over hospital beds.

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Sizwe Hosmed Curatorship Under Fresh Scrutiny

Sizwe Hosmed Curatorship is under scrutiny as curator Lebogang Mpakati defends private legal matters and outlines steps to restore solvency.

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Eli Lilly 2026 Guidance Signals Momentum In Obesity Care

Eli Lilly has forecast 2026 profit and revenue above Wall Street expectations, reinforcing how fast the obesity market is reshaping Big Pharma growth plans. The recent Eli Lilly 2026 Guidance reflects the company’s confidence in strong future performance. The company also beat estimates for fourth-quarter earnings, helped by strong demand for its injectable weight-loss and […]

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Lenacapavir HIV Prevention Injection to Reach Too Few

South Africa’s first consignment of lenacapavir, a six-monthly HIV prevention injection for high-risk HIV-negative people, will cover fewer than a quarter of the target population. Deliveries are underway and will continue through April. Rollout will begin immediately after delivery, with an initial two-year implementation plan.

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Perinatal Mental Health: Risks and Solutions in Pregnancy

As National Pregnancy Week runs from 3-7 February, the South African Society of Psychiatrists (Sasop) is calling on healthcare providers and expectant mothers to treat perinatal mental health symptoms in pregnancy as urgent medical issues. The society says between 16% and 50% of women in South Africa experience depression or anxiety during pregnancy. It adds […]

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