Teen suicide is a growing crisis in schools
For parents, the loss of a child to teen suicide is a life-altering tragedy.
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From loss to hope: Joburg family shines light on importance of organ donation
Warren Meyer died suddenly in 2024, his organs and tissue saved or improved the lives of 21 people.Â
Dementia patients at risk as families struggle without support
Dementia is more common in older adults. But, it is not a normal part of ageing.
Months into measles outbreak, Gauteng parents still hesitant on vaccines
Gauteng is the epicentre of the measles outbreak.
How a Tsakane community cooks and keeps warm with home-made coal
For just R30, they can buy three 20-litre buckets of duff, which produces double that amount in coal after processing.
Joburg sees 30% decline in HIV diagnoses due to U.S funding cutsÂ
Since the U.S funding cuts, more than 8,000 people have lost their jobs.
Stinkwater residents live along streets overflowing with sewage
The municipality says the sewer spillages in Stinkwater are caused by a sewer pump station that is not operational due to vandalism.
Patients Left in Limbo as MRI Services Collapse Under Pressure in Gauteng
The growing waiting lists raise serious concerns about delays in diagnosis and treatment, particularly for time-sensitive conditions such as cancer and neurological disorders.
The dust that took us: The story of the youth in my community
In honour of Youth Month Health-e News asked community journalists to tell us about the biggest issues facing young people in their community.
Ageing hospital infrastructure leaves Gauteng patients in the cold as winter bites
The Gauteng Health Department blames the crisis on ageing infrastructure.
Gauteng Health Slammed Over HR Failures and Sick Leave Abuse
There are currently 20 employees on long-term temporary incapacity leave.
Young people tell us what draws them to vaping
A recent study which included 25,000 learners across 52 high schools in South Africa found that one in six learners are vaping.
Kliptown residents fear health hazards of using chemical toilets for 20 yearsÂ
Some residents claim they have fallen ill from using chemical non-flush toilets for more than 20 years.
Tembisa hospital open to the public, cause of fire under investigation
Some of the contingency measures in place include the diversion of ambulance services, only walk-in emergencies will be attended to.
Tembisa Hospital closed to new patients following emergency unit fire
Members of the public who are concerned about their loved ones are advised to call 011 923 2000 for updates.