Climate change is causing significant psychological stress and trauma in children, according to a recent report by advocacy organisation Section27. The report highlights the particular vulnerability of children to the extreme weather conditions associated with climate...
Recent data reveals a troubling global trend. People are getting sick more often. Illnesses also appear to be more severe. This has led experts to study the rise of post-pandemic illnesses. Several factors contribute to this situation. Understanding them is key to...
In a significant move for the local pharmaceutical industry, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has proposed a new localisation policy to prioritise the registration of locally manufactured products. This policy aims to expedite the...
Despite concerns about technology’s impact on health due to inactivity, advancements in health tech, including wearables and facial scans, significantly improve health outcomes. At a Momentum Multiply roundtable, dietician Mbali Mapholi highlighted how apps like...
Despite the formation of a new government, court challenges to the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act are likely to proceed, says an industry body representing medical aid funds. The Health Funders Association (HFA) convened a scenario planning symposium this week,...
