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Contraceptive shortages hit South Africa following Aspen’s manufacturing issues, prompting alternatives for the public health sector.

Medical scheme clawbacks remain lawful after the High Court rejected a challenge to Section 59(3) of the Medical Schemes Act.

The GEMS 2026 contribution increase has repercussions for the public servants’ medical schemes amidst rising healthcare costs.

AI Healthcare Tools are helping South African doctors reduce admin, improve clinical notes and free up more time for patient care.

Explore European drug-pricing policies and how they impact healthcare spending and patient access to life-saving medicines.

Diabetes Deaths In South Africa reached 27,692 in 2023, raising calls for screening, education and urgent public health action.

New Cholesterol Guidelines expand long-term heart risk checks, with Lp(a) testing, calcium scans and earlier prevention.

Fake Doctors In South Africa are evading detection due to weak verification systems, prompting urgent warnings from SAMA and the HPCSA.

The Liver Perfusion Machine introduced at Wits Donald Gordon could expand the use of donor livers and improve transplant outcomes.

NHLS Debt Crisis grows as Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal owe billions, raising concerns over public healthcare, diagnostics and patient care.

Explore the challenges faced by RAF medico-legal experts due to payment delays, impacting healthcare and the legal process.