The Department of Health’s (DoH) R836 million oxygen plant installation project for 55 government hospitals is under scrutiny due to the appointment of Bulkeng (Pty) Ltd. Despite its questionable background, project overseer Independent Development Trust (IDT) awarded...
GLP-1 drugs, such as Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy, have become popular for weight loss among US patients struggling with obesity. Despite significant weight-loss benefits, an analysis of US health insurance claims reveals that these medications may drive healthcare costs...
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, renowned for its diabetes and weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, has experienced a significant share price drop of around 19% this month. This decline follows its market peak in June, driven by increasing competition from...
The Rural Health Advocacy Project (RHAP) has launched a powerful campaign calling for increased taxes on sugary drinks, alcohol, and tobacco products. This movement, backed by a coalition of health tax advocates, seeks to reduce the consumption of harmful products and...
The Department of Health has announced plans to increase the number of family physicians serving as clinical managers in district hospitals. This move follows years of lobbying by the South African Academy of Family Physicians (SAAFP) for greater recognition of the...
