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28.07.2024
A new HIV prevention drug, lenacapavir, has shown 100% protection in trials, offering hope for young women in Africa. Professor Linda-Gail Bekker believes it could be a game-changer in HIV prevention.
28.07.2024
Women in SA face higher HIV rates due to early sexual activity, low condom use, and multiple partners. Activists urge targeted interventions and support.
28.07.2024
The Pretoria High Court overturned the certificate of need requirement for healthcare facilities. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi clarified that this ruling is unrelated to the National Health Insurance scheme.
26.07.2024
Doctors celebrate the Pretoria High Court ruling declaring legislation allowing government control over practice locations unconstitutional. This is a significant setback for the National Health Insurance (NHI), which is reliant on central management.
26.07.2024
The High Court in Pretoria has ruled against the health minister's plan to control doctor placements. The court declared the National Health Act's certificate of need provisions unconstitutional, impacting the National Health Insurance scheme.
26.07.2024
Big pharma giants are cutting CAR-T therapy manufacturing time to expand access for aggressive cancer patients, aiming for faster, life-extending treatments.
26.07.2024
Sick days cost the economy an estimated R19 billion annually. Do South African employees need more support to stay healthy and productive at work?
26.07.2024
South Africa's research on elite controllers uncovers unique genetic factors in HIV control, promising new treatments and vaccines for African populations.
26.07.2024
Pharmacy benefit managers defended their roles in a Congressional hearing amid accusations of promoting expensive treatments. Executives claimed their models save money, while a report highlighted anti-competitive practices and high drug prices.
26.07.2024
Understand the Gauteng cancer backlog controversy, where legal actions aim to expedite radiation therapy for 3,000 awaiting patients.
26.07.2024
By year's end, 867 South African clinics will offer the HIV prevention injection CAB-LA, using 96,000 doses donated by the US government.
25.07.2024
Ramaphosa promises equitable healthcare through the controversial NHI scheme, while Dr Kgosi Letlape urges public servants to use public health services.