Daily news on medical schemes, pharmaceuticals, hospitals, policy and regulation.
6 October 2026
6 October 2026
A global study of over 6 million people confirms the gender pain gap, with women reporting more pain than men at every body site.
5 October 2026
Noncommunicable diseases now cause 74% of global deaths. See what the WHO's latest Global Health Estimates reveal about life expectancy.
2 October 2026
Get insights into the 2027 medical aid contributions increase by South Africa's leading schemes. Understand the factors behind it.
2 October 2026
Learn about Vitality's GLP-1 obesity support and how it supports successful weight loss through assessments and personalised programs.
2 October 2026
US health secretary RFK Jr sees AI in healthcare as a tool to put patients in charge. What this means for doctors and drugmakers.
1 October 2026
The Law Reform Commission proposes replacing lump-sum payouts for medical negligence claims against the state with structured settlements.
1 October 2026
The Eastern Cape cut its medicolegal liability from R38bn to under R19bn, but experts say safer care must follow the savings.
1 October 2026
NHI communications contracts worth R182m face scrutiny over spending, health programme funding and oversight.
30 September 2026
Netcare patient volumes increased in FY2026 as hospital activity and demand for mental health services strengthened.
30 September 2026
The BHF says a 3.8% target won't curb medical aid contributions. It adds that tariff and PMB reforms could make cover more affordable.
30 September 2026
See the leading causes of death in SA, from diabetes and hypertension to TB, with key provincial, gender and age trends from Stats SA.