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Patients lives at risk as doctors refuse to work extra overtime without pay

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Angry workers disrupt health services in Botshabelo over contract terminations

Over 1300 healthcare workers, including nurses, clerks, and cleaners, are facing sudden job termination after Covid-19 contracts were ended due to budget constraints.
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Free State families angered by Bloemfontein mortuary closure

This comes after the Bloemfontein facility was closed due to severe infrastructure issues, including electrical, sewer, and ventilation problems.
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KZN girl with rare skin condition robbed of a ‘normal’ life 

Due to the discomfort and stigma associated with her condition, Phenyane has never attended school.
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Emalahleni grandpa denied care by two hospitals

His granddaughter says they were turned away because he wasn’t on any medication, despite his dangerously high blood pressure. His condition worsened, and he developed severe wounds on his legs.

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Unemployed doctors are only part of South Africa’s healthcare struggle

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Youth-led Solutions: how Shout-It-Now is addressing teen pregnancy and HIV

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HIV prevention must be linked to GBV interventions

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NCDs: 'World has lost focus during COVID-19 pandemic'

Some junior doctors struggle to find jobs, but aspiring medics are not deterred 

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Soweto woman’s stillbirths highlight gaps in maternal care 

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HIV in South Africa: lessons from the past, challenges for the future

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Medication shortages leave FS patients frustrated

The rise of antimicrobial resistance is a threat to public health as infections get harder to treat

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NMU Masters student to represent South Africa at global science communication competition 

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Bridging gaps in healthcare: WHO partners with UCT’s Global Surgery Division

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Is HIV the leading cause of death in south Africa?

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Medical aid body unpacks the flaws in the NHI Act as it prepares legal challenge 

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Cough syrup recall: What is diethylene glycol and what happens when you drink it?

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Report highlights hidden violence of child poverty in South Africa 

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Breast cancer: why it’s difficult to treat and what new approaches are on the horizon

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Trying to lose weight? Here’s why your genetics could be just as important as your exercise regime

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Safe and free abortions are legal in South Africa, yet many women struggle to access them. Self-managed abortions, with medication prescribed by a doctor, can be a solution. But how easy is it to get these medications, like misoprostol, from a pharmacy? Today, we’re calling pharmacies in Cape Town to check if they stock this essential drug and how much it costs. Follow along to learn more about the realities of accessing reproductive health care. #abortionlaw #abortionrights #womenshealth #reproductivehealth #reproductiverights #womenshealthcare #healthnews #southafrica
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Nomusa Khumalo from Soweto knows the deep pain of losing a child. After three stillbirths, she’s now on a path to understanding and healing. Her journey highlights critical gaps in maternal care. Despite attending regular check-ups, her high blood pressure—a leading cause of stillbirths—went undiagnosed until she connected with specialists. Watch to hear her story. Read her full story here: https://health-e.org.za/2025/01/16/soweto-womans-stillbirths-highlight-gaps-in-maternal-care/ #maternalhealthcare #maternalcare #stillbirth #stillbirthstory #southafrica #soweto #womenshealth #healthnews
Soweto woman’s stillbirths highlight gaps in maternal care
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