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Ozempic linked to lower risk of cognitive decline

Uncover the connection between Ozempic and cognitive decline. New study highlights a positive effect on neurological well-being.

More children missed critical vaccinations in conflict zones

Global conflicts hindered vaccination in 2023, leaving 14.5 million children without crucial vaccines for diseases like diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough,

Virginia public schools to restrict cell phone use in class

Governor Glenn Youngkin has ordered a cell phone ban for 1.2 million Virginia public school students to address mental health and academic issues.

Possible regulatory chaos in wake of US Supreme Court ruling

A US Supreme Court decision shifting regulatory power from federal agencies to judges could disrupt healthcare regulations and increase litigation risks.

Motsoaledi vows to advance controversial NHI

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi is determined to advance the ANC’s National Health Insurance plans despite legal challenges and opposition.

Health Department allocates R62.2bn budget for 2024/25

The National Health Department’s 2024/25 budget is R62.2 billion. It focuses on communicable diseases, hospital systems, and NHI implementation].

SAHPRA to enforce compliance with the B-BBEE Act

SAHPRA will enforce compliance with the B-BBEE Act, affecting all health product license applicants. Stay informed on the changes.

Keready brings health services to rural Eastern Cape’s youth

Keready’s mobile clinics bring essential eye care and health services to hundreds of children in Eastern Cape’s rural Bizana.

Judge rules officials responsible for Life Esidimeni tragedy

National Prosecuting Authority to decide whether to initiate pursue criminal proceedings prosecutions.

Alarming trends in mother-to-child HIV transmission

Sanac aims to test and treat 95% of HIV-infected children, addressing rising infection rates among infants, especially in Tshwane.

Low long-term adherence to weight loss drugs

Only 25% of US patients prescribed Wegovy or Ozempic for weight loss continued usage after two years, raising concerns about long-term adherence.

Small private hospital groups granted regulatory exemption

The Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition has exempted small private hospital groups from certain competition regulations for five years.