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A study on the socio-economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic shows black women in rural areas and townships were worst hit. A third of middle-class families could fall into poverty.
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A new initiative is providing oxygen machines to Covid-19 patients at home. The programme helps patients with moderate systems, and reduces pressure of hospitals.
Union Nehawu is planning a strike in the health sector this week. The action will highlight the need for safety during the Covid-19 pandemic, says union.
For two decades Tlapeng village has had no access to water, and the community is forced to drink dirty water. Now, the Covid-19 pandemic is showing just how dangerous this is.
Mpho Mosia was jailed for gender-based violence. He tells Health-e News how prison helped him work through his anger.
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Fatima Hassan is a lawyer who fought for the rights of South Africans during the HIV/Aids pandemic. Now, she’s preparing to fight another pandemic: Covid-19.
Sexual and reproductive health rights for adolescents are not adequate at healthcare facilities, and access to youth-friendly services is hindered by resources, and culture. Now, Covid-19 is making this even harder.
Nurses union Denosa demands consequences for non-payment of nurses contracted for Covid-19 response in Gauteng.
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A police officer shares his story about how he was left without guidance about how to isolate properly after he tested positive for Covid-19.
Underpaid and overworked community health care workers face harsh working conditions with uncertain futures in the midst of pandemic.
A raid by health officials uncovered unpaid invoices at a North West medical depot. With suppliers going unpaid, hospitals are now facing a medicine shortage.
A year after the Evidence for Contraceptive Options and HIV Outcomes study, experts take a look at the current state of Sexual and Reproductive Health care.