US Gag Rule to cause more abortion-related deaths
The US Gag Rule, reintroduced in January, is likely to mean that many more women in the most vulnerable parts of the world, will continue to die from unsafe abortions.
Amy Green
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One small step closer for breast cancer drug
Roche continues to block access to its breast cancer drug, Herceptin, say activists, while women around the world suffer.
The inequality gap and its impact on health
Social injustice is the biggest threat to global health and a radical change in society is needed if we really want people to live long, healthy lives.
Gordhan outlines initial focus of NHI Fund
The Finance Minister announced that a NHI Fund will be set up this year in the next step towards universal health coverage.
“Suburban” residents bar access for HIV survey
Future health policies will be based on the results of this survey, yet some residents have refused to participate.
Potential cure for deadliest form of TB
Usually a death sentence, extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR-TB) can potentially be cured with a new drug combination.
Shorter treatment for MDR-TB in sight
Shorter more effective treatment for drug sensitive and drug resistant tuberculosis (TB) is on the horizon.
Prevent cancer with exercise and good food
This World Cancer Day experts urge South Africans to adopt healthier lifestyles to reduce their risk of developing the disease.
Mahlangu denies culpability but many want blood
Former Gauteng Health MEC Qedani Mahlangu denies culpability for the deaths of almost 100 mentally ill patients in Gauteng, but some believe she should be held criminally liable.
AIDS Council in disarray as CEO about to exit
Within days, the SA National AIDS Council (SANAC) will have no CEO and there are fears that powerful individuals within the council intend to take advantage of the leadership vacuum for their own gain.
ADVANCE HIV study set to save SA billions
A new HIV drug combination could save SA billions of rands – plus it would be easier and safer for patients to take.
DIY test for HIV comes to a pharmacy near you
It’s as simple and easy as a home pregnancy test, and should be treated similarly, argues Health-e News writer Amy Green who went through the process of self-testing for HIV.