National Health Insurance: Minister Meets Medical Association
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has begun fresh engagement with one of his fiercest critics on the National Health Insurance (NHI). He met with the South African Medical Association (Sama) recently to discuss what he called “things we have in common”, despite Sama being among the organisations challenging the National Health Insurance Act in court. The…...
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The recently released SA Mortality Report highlights that South Africa recorded 476,751 deaths in 2023, down from 492,417 in 2022. The drop continues a steady recovery from the Covid-era shock. In 2021, deaths surged to 623,135 during the pandemic peak. The figures come from Statistics South Africa’s Mortality and Causes of Death report. The data…...
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Find out how South Africa’s HPV vaccination drive protects teenagers and reduces the incidence of high-risk HPV strains linked to cancer.
Momentum Bonitas Deal Lifts Market Share To 30%
Learn about the Momentum Bonitas Deal and its impact on South Africa's medical scheme market, raising Momentum's share to 30%.
Parmed Membership: MPs Push To End Compulsory Cover
Learn how the Parmed membership discussion evolves, with calls from MPs to allow more flexibility in medical scheme choices.