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Lenacapavir HIV Prevention Could Transform South Africa
Lenacapavir HIV prevention offers twice-yearly PrEP, but trust, access, stigma and continued engagement will determine its impact.
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Global HIV Treatment Gap Leaves 8.8 Million Behind
Global HIV treatment gap leaves 8.8 million people without therapy as funding cuts weaken testing, prevention and community-led services.
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AI Alternatives To Animal Testing Gain Momentum
AI alternatives to animal testing can predict toxicity and organ damage while offering more ethical and human-relevant research methods.
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US Prescription Drug Spending to Top $560bn in 2026
US prescription drug spending is forecast to exceed $560bn in 2026 as demand for GLP-1 obesity and diabetes treatments continues to rise.
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iDexis Semaglutide Ban Ordered By High Court
iDexis semaglutide ban stops the pharmacy group from selling compounded weight-loss medicines while SAHPRA and the SAPC investigate.
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SA’s PEPFAR Funding Faces US Withdrawal
SA’s PEPFAR funding could end as the FW de Klerk Foundation urges Donald Trump to protect vital HIV services and infrastructure.
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Contraceptive Shortages Hit South African Healthcare
Contraceptive shortages hit South Africa following Aspen’s manufacturing issues, prompting alternatives for the public health sector.
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Medical Scheme Clawbacks Upheld By High Court
Medical scheme clawbacks remain lawful after the High Court rejected a challenge to Section 59(3) of the Medical Schemes Act.
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GEMS 2026 Contribution Increase Faces Regulatory Scrutiny
The GEMS 2026 contribution increase has repercussions for the public servants’ medical schemes amidst rising healthcare costs.
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AI Healthcare Tools Cut South African Doctors’ Admin
AI Healthcare Tools are helping South African doctors reduce admin, improve clinical notes and free up more time for patient care.
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European Drug-Pricing Policies Face Pushback From Big Pharma
Explore European drug-pricing policies and how they impact healthcare spending and patient access to life-saving medicines.
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Diabetes Deaths In SA Signal Urgent Public Health Emergency
Diabetes Deaths In South Africa reached 27,692 in 2023, raising calls for screening, education and urgent public health action.
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