PCOS VS PMOS: What’s in a name?
PCOS causes metabolic dysfunction, and metabolic dysfunction can lead to cardiac issues, cardiac failure and eventual death.
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Hantavirus explained: Here’s what to know
The health department says there’s no need for the public to panic over Hantavirus.
Why South Africa’s new diabetes dashboard matters
For the first time, South Africa has a near-real-time, nationwide view of diabetes control, with laboratory data refreshed within 48 hours.
Most malaria cases in Gauteng imported – NICD
Malaria-transmitting mosquitoes don’t occur in Gauteng, thus people infected with malaria cannot pass the disease on to others.
Here’s what you should know about pulmonary embolism
Pulmonary embolism is a blockage in one of the arteries in the lungs, usually caused by a blood clot that travels from the deep veins of the legs.
Key takeaways from Motsoaledi’s Health Budget Vote speech
R64.8bn health budget targets HIV, staffing and health facility upgrades.
Who watches the watchdog: NHI’s centralised complaints unit sparks concern
The Health Ombudsman Professor says his office will collaborate with the NHI Complaints Management unit to avoid duplication.
Is HIV the leading cause of death in south Africa?
What’s the leading cause of death in South Africa? That depends on who you ask. According to health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, HIV/AIDS is the biggest killer in our country. But the most recent mortality and causes of death report…
Medical aid body unpacks the flaws in the NHI Act as it prepares legal challenge
The Board of Healthcare Funders, which represents numerous medical aid schemes, argues the NHI Act is unconstitutional.
Cough syrup recall: What is diethylene glycol and what happens when you drink it?
SAHPRA has recalled some batches Benylin paediatric syrup due to high levels of diethylene glycol.