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TB Deaths in South Africa Persist Despite Drop in Infections

by Faith Mutizira | Health-e News | 22 August 2025 | Aug 22, 2025 | Archive, August 2025

Discover the paradox of TB deaths in South Africa as new infections decline but mortality remains high. Learn more here.

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Court Orders Cancer Treatment to End Backlog

by Section27 | 20 August 2025 | Aug 21, 2025 | Archive, August 2025

Significant court ruling orders Gauteng Health to act on cancer treatment backlog, protecting patients' right to timely care.

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Unregulated Glucose Monitors Pose Risk to Diabetics

by Mmatumelo Lebjane | TimesLIVE | 21 August 2025 | Aug 21, 2025 | Archive, August 2025

Discover the implications of using unregulated glucose monitors and the urgent need for safety standards in diabetes care.

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Zimbabwe Health Bill Aims for Universal Coverage

by Enos Den­here | Financial Mail | 21 August 2025 | Aug 21, 2025 | Archive, August 2025

Zimbabwe health bill aims for universal healthcare with national health insurance and regulation of private hospitals.

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Finger-Prick Technology Can Alleviate Needle Phobia

by Tim Loh | Bloomberg | 19 August 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | Archive, August 2025

Explore finger-prick technology as a revolutionary way to ease needle phobia and improve access to vital healthcare tests.

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Malaria Exposure Linked to Reduced COVID-19 Risks

by Juanita Williams | AllAfrica.com | 19 August 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | Archive, August 2025

Explore how malaria exposure may have reduced COVID-19 severity in Africa and the immunological insights behind this phenomenon.

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