Emerging XEC Covid-19 variant poses potential health risk
The SA Medical Association (SAMA) warns that the emerging XEC COVID-19 variant poses a health risk. Vaccinations are expected to help reduce severe illness.
Challenges in training cause critical nursing shortage in SA
South Africa faces a critical nursing shortage due to training delays, an ageing workforce, and a brain drain. Calls to improve healthcare capacity are growing.
What is the leading cause of death in South Africa?
SA's leading cause of death is debated, with Stats SA citing Covid-19 in 2020, while the SAMRC claims HIV/AIDS remains the country's top killer.
The fine print matters more than you think
The importance of healthcare contracts and why you should care about the fine print that impacts your costs and access to services.
UCT and WHO to tackle global surgical inequality
The Global Surgery and Emergency Medicine Divisions at UCT have been designated WHO Collaborating Centres to address global disparities in surgical care.
Gauteng health introduces plan to tackle adverse events
The Gauteng health department has introduced a five-point plan to prevent serious adverse events at its healthcare facilities after 9,390 were reported in 2023.