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.
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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.
Eastern Cape hit by TB drug shortage due to global supply issues
National health spokesperson Foster Mohale says most provinces have been affected by the stockout.
Why it’s difficult to reduce 56 000 annual TB deaths
One of the key obstacles is the persistent stigma surrounding TB and HIV which often deters individuals from seeking timely diagnosis and treatment.
Budget focuses on keeping healthworker jobs
While it's crucial to ensure healthcare workers are paid fairly, the wage bill can put a strain on the health budget.
US funding cut a ‘much needed wake-up call’
I want to state categorically clear that Trump owes South Africa no cent. He has taken his decision and that is it.
USAID cuts spark fears for HIV response in South Africa and the world
Without PEPFAR funding, South Africa could see an excess of half a million unnecessary deaths, and up to half a million new infections over the next 10 years.
Men are key in South Africa’s fight against HIV
Treatment interruption is higher among men than women. HIV-related deaths are also higher among men than women.
Unemployed health workers, NHI and PEPFAR: considerations for a revised budget
Despite resistance from the business community, parts of the private health sector, and political parties in the Government of National Unity, the ANC remains resolute in its commitment to the NHI.
Limpopo Health Department under fire for paying R150,000 monthly rent for dilapidated building
Workers at the depot have raised serious concerns about the building's condition affecting their work and health.
US funding freeze disrupts HIV, TB, and GBV support services
Local health advocacy groups made called for a plan to reduce reliance on foreign assistance awards in future.
Five senior Gauteng officials fired over COVID-era Anglo Ashanti hospital corruption
The SIU uncovered serious irregularities in the awarding of contractors for the refurbishment of the AngloGold Ashanti Hospital which was supposed to have 180 ICU beds for COVID-19 critical care.
Experts warn of HIV crisis as PEPFAR funds paused
The result has been the closure of numerous NGOs providing HIV and sexual and reproductive health services to marginalised communities.
Aspiring nurses warned against bogus colleges
Higher education spokesperson Fanie Ngoma says while it is not clear how many bogus colleges exist, it’s an issue the department takes seriously.
Buying spectacles from illegal markets can lead to permanent damage to your eyes
Spectacles cannot be dispensed to any person without a written prescription that is signed by a medical practitioner or an optometrist.