We have the tools to end TB. But is our health system organised and financed in a way that allows those tools to reach the people who need them most.
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High cholesterol: Young woman empowered by condition
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
The thought of being prone to a stroke or heart attack has helped a thirty-something year old female, living with hereditary high cholesterol, take charge of her life by eating correctly and staying healthy. Ruchay Sohawan was only 24 when she was diagnosed with high cholesterol which puts her at
Exclusive breastfeeding: Stress a barrier for SA moms
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The majority of mothers in low-income communities in South Africa face many barriers such as high levels of stress which is believed to undermine their ability to produce breast milk of acceptable quality and quantity. This trend has seen South Africa slip down the rankings on the continent with the
Pharmacies in jeopardy as vaccine deal hits a snag
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A number of rural pharmacies are facing closure after the government failed to pay them for vaccinating people without medical insurance against COVID-19. The Independent Community Pharmacy Association (ICPA) said that some pharmacies are owed over R1-million. ICPA CEO, Jackie Maimim, said the health department was meant to pay these
New ‘Delta Plus’ variant: South Africans can relax for now
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Scientists think a newly discovered mutation of the Delta variant in the UK could ‘possibly be more contagious.’ This new ‘Delta Plus’ variant is spreading in England and although not a ‘variant of concern’ yet, it could hamper vaccination rollouts worldwide. Fully vaccinated South Africans needn’t be too concerned for
Delivering basic services is the key to delivering good health to South Africans
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Political parties and their leaders have spent two months knocking on doors, trying to win votes in this local government election. But where do their commitments lie when it comes to delivering good health services, and what does the constitution hold them accountable for? “We just notice one another suffering
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