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The intrigue surrounding Bonitas Medical Fund
Unpacking the governance crisis at Bonitas Medical Fund – concerns rise over trustees’ decisions and potential conflicts of interest.
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Ensuring health equity in SA’s National Health Insurance
Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic can guide South Africa’s National Health Insurance (NHI) towards achieving health equity for all citizens.
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Final report on racial profiling investigation delayed again
The final report from the investigation into racial profiling in medical schemes is delayed. The report investigated discrimination in medical aid processes.
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Health Minister addresses community service shortfall
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi addresses the shortfall in community service posts for medical graduates by converting surplus posts in other healthcare areas.
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Transforming vaccine manufacture in Africa
Learn how transforming vaccine manufacture in Africa aims to enhance self-sufficiency and ensure better healthcare access for all.
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Pepfar pushes US Congress for five-year re-authorisation
Pepfar head John Nkengasong urges US Congress to return to a five-year reauthorisation of HIV/AIDS relief funding for countries like South Africa.
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Can Eli Lilly become a trillion-dollar pharma giant?
Eli Lilly is betting on weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro, but can it overcome production challenges to become the first trillion-dollar pharmaceutical company?
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The struggles of the COVID vaccination campaign in the US
COVID vaccination rates remain low, with less than 5% of US adults receiving the latest shot. Convenience and cost are impacting uptake and potential solutions.
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75% of South Africans can’t “switch off” from work
As World Mental Health Day approaches, survey underscores urgent need for better mental health support in South African workplaces.
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Role of AI in revolutionising cancer care in Africa
Explore the impact of AI and collaborative partnerships in advancing cancer care, reducing the burden of this relentless disease on families and communities.
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Gauteng’s medical negligence payouts soar 36%
Gauteng’s medical negligence payouts surged 36% to R696m in 2023/24, deepening the province’s healthcare crisis amid corruption scandals and systemic failures.
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Health Minister must address causes of medical negligence
To reform SA’s troubled healthcare system, the Health Minister must tackle fraudulent claims and hold provincial health departments accountable.
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