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As demand for budget-friendly health solutions grows, Clicks CEO Bertina Engelbrecht emphasised the group’s commitment to offering more affordable alternatives.

The group’s focus on expansion and efficient cost management has significantly boosted its bottom liner resulting in a 9.6% rise in total revenue to end-August,

Amid controversy, the Independent Development Trust has appointed private contractors for oxygen plants at 55 hospitals, raising red flags about contractor qualifications and budget surges.

Healthcare costs for US obesity patients rise with GLP-1 drugs despite their weight-loss benefits.

Novo Nordisk’s share price dropped 19% amidst growing competition from Eli Lilly in the diabetes and weight-loss drug market.

The Rural Health Advocacy Project is leading a campaign for higher taxes on sugary drinks, alcohol, and tobacco to alleviate the burden on the public health system.

The Department of Health advocates appointing more family physicians as clinical managers in district hospitals, aiming to enhance healthcare delivery and clinical governance in the public health system.

The response from Bonitas and the Council for Medical Schemes to recent allegations fails to address key governance concerns.

The GNU witnessed its first significant cabinet clash as ANC and DA ministers debated the controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) plan and the future of medical aids.

Budget cuts in 2023/24 have severely impacted the Health Department, leaving 24% of posts vacant and hindering essential services like TB treatment and community health outreach.

The rise of medical and health influencers is changing how people access healthcare information and is eroding public trust in traditional healthcare professionals.