Every Health Matters article, newest first. Use the search or browse by month to find older reporting.
25.07.2024
A US Supreme Court decision shifting regulatory power from federal agencies to judges could disrupt healthcare regulations and increase litigation risks.
12.07.2024
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi is determined to advance the ANC's National Health Insurance plans despite legal challenges and opposition.
12.07.2024
The National Health Department's 2024/25 budget is R62.2 billion. It focuses on communicable diseases, hospital systems, and NHI implementation].
12.07.2024
SAHPRA will enforce compliance with the B-BBEE Act, affecting all health product license applicants. Stay informed on the changes.
12.07.2024
Keready's mobile clinics bring essential eye care and health services to hundreds of children in Eastern Cape's rural Bizana.
12.07.2024
National Prosecuting Authority to decide whether to initiate pursue criminal proceedings prosecutions.
12.07.2024
Sanac aims to test and treat 95% of HIV-infected children, addressing rising infection rates among infants, especially in Tshwane.
12.07.2024
Only 25% of US patients prescribed Wegovy or Ozempic for weight loss continued usage after two years, raising concerns about long-term adherence.
08.07.2024
The Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition has exempted small private hospital groups from certain competition regulations for five years.
08.07.2024
Following an agreement with the Competition Commission, J&J will not enforce its TB drug patent in 134 countries and will reduce the drug price in South Africa.
07.07.2024
Insurer predicts the ANC will push for the implementation of the NHI Act despite opposition, Legal challenges and phased implementation are expected.
07.07.2024
A cyberattack on South Africa's NHLS has severely disrupted patient care, delaying critical medical procedures and test results.