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HIV/AIDS Funding Gap: Government Steps In

The South African government has stepped in with a crucial R753.5 million injection from the National Treasury to sustain the nation’s HIV/Aids programmes. This vital funding seeks to close the HIV/AIDS funding gap. The withdrawal of the United States President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) significantly impacted this gap. This move had threatened to […]

Racial Discrimination Findings Applauded by Dentists’ Association

The SAMDP recognises the Section 59 report as a breakthrough on racial discrimination in South Africa’s healthcare sector.

Dis-Chem Transforming Retail with Health Insurance

Dis-Chem is shaking up the health insurance market in South Africa with innovative strategies and services.

Discovery Health Challenges ‘Flawed’ Racial Bias Report

Discover why Discovery Health rejects the flawed Section 59 inquiry report on racial bias, asserting its methodology is unscientific.

Malaria Breakthrough: First Treatment for Babies

Coartem Baby offers a vital solution for malaria in infants, marking a historic advancement in child health.

BHF rejects fraud inquiry’s findings as ‘fundamentally flawed’

South Africa’s healthcare sector is facing a crisis of trust. This follows an independent inquiry finding that the nation’s largest medical schemes have been targeting black healthcare practitioners. They have been targeted in investigations into fraud and abuse. The report sets the stage for a major confrontation over racial equity and regulatory oversight. Moreover, it […]

Inquiry Finds Medical Schemes Guilty of Racial Discrimination

Inquiry finds major medical schemes, including Discovery and GEMS, guilty of racial discrimination against Black healthcare providers.

Racial Bias in South Africa’s Healthcare System

The Health Minister is set to receive a report on the investigation of allegations of racial discrimination against Black healthcare providers by medical schemes.

Funding Gap Threatens HIV and TB Progress

Understanding the consequences of the funding gap on South Africa’s health crisis following the withdrawal of crucial US aid.

SA Scientists Pioneer Nanotech Therapy for Lethal Melanoma

Wits University researchers are tackling melanoma with innovative nanotechnology for effective skin cancer therapy.

Medicaid Coverage slashed by US Bill

Healthcare organisations have slammed a new US spending bill for its deep cuts to the Medicaid programme, which could leave nearly 12 million Americans uninsured.

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.