Two-week amnesty for fraudulent medical negligence claims
Health Minister offers a 2-week amnesty for lawyers to withdraw fraudulent medical negligence claims to curb billions lost and protect public healthcare.
Ramaphosa’s vision of collaboration faces a setback
Ramaphosa’s health compact plan hits a roadblock as key stakeholders refuse to sign, citing the government’s unilateral push for the controversial NHI scheme.
Mpox vaccine delay highlights global health inequities
Africa’s first 10,000 mpox vaccines arrive next week, highlighting global health inequities. WHO delays and challenges in vaccine access spark urgent action.
Presidency finalises health compact despite boycott
The presidency formalises the second health compact despite a boycott by organised business and healthcare professionals.
Gauteng pushes ahead with plans for four new hospitals
Gauteng advances plans for four new hospitals in Daveyton, Soshanguve, Orange Farm, and Diepsloot, aiming to bridge healthcare gaps.
High winter product demand lifts Adcock Ingram’s turnover
Adcock Ingram’s turnover rose 6% to R9.6bn, driven by demand for winter cold and flu medicines. HEPS grew 10%, with the final dividend rising to 275 cents.
Gauteng health department summoned over unpaid invoices
The Gauteng Health MEC was summoned to explain unpaid invoices worth R1 billion affecting service delivery. The department pledged a reduction in payment delays.
Africa fights mpox outbreak amid vaccine challenges
Africa faces mpox vaccine delays, mirroring COVID-19 challenges. Efforts are underway to secure vaccines and boost local vaccine production.
New Jersey to erase $100m in medical debt for many residents
New Jersey will erase $100 million in medical debt for 50,000 residents, providing relief through federal funds and a partnership with Undue Medical Debt.
Ageing population will support the private healthcare sector
SA’s ageing medical scheme population may boost private healthcare, but National Health Insurance poses risks.
NHI will be GNU’s sternest test
Rejection of health compact over support for NHI: ANC Health Minister pushes forward with controversial universal health coverage plan.
SA’s path to universal health coverage is through NHI
SA is strengthening its health system to achieve Universal Health Coverage by 2030 through National Health Insurance, uniting stakeholders for quality care.