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Stay informed about the ongoing situation regarding pharmaceutical tariffs and the responses from the industry as future changes loom.

SAMA challenges NHI Act, citing concerns over constitutionality and its potential impact on South Africa’s healthcare system.

Find out how the HHS layoffs will shape the future of health agencies as 10,000 positions are eliminated in a major overhaul.

The new extension for low-cost benefit options ensures continued affordable health insurance coverage for many families in need.

Explore the alarming increase in HIV cases as treatment coverage falters in South Africa. What does the future hold?

South Africa’s stillbirths have more than doubled since 1997, reaching nearly 16,000 in 2020. Early neonatal deaths also remain high, with respiratory and cardiovascular complications as leading causes. Recent government statistics on perinatal deaths reveal concerns about maternal care in South Africa, with stillbirths more than doubling from 1997 to 2020. In 2020, 15,908 babies […]

Netcare, revenue growth, occupancy rates, CEO Richard Friedland, share buyback, South African healthcare

Ascendis Health’s strategic shift to an investment holding company has led to a 12% increase in net asset value, driven by strong performance in its medical portfolio and streamlined operations. This change means Ascendis reports robust growth compared to previous years.​ Ascendis Health has reported steady growth in its first annual financial results since becoming […]

The NCID has called on the public to review their children’s vaccination records following a spike in diphtheria cases.

Gauteng faces a cancer treatment backlog. Find out how recent court decisions demand accountability and timely patient care.

Find out the critical issues affecting future pandemic preparedness in South Africa, including healthcare declines and vaccine demand.