Tobacco tax expected to increase by 59c
Smokers can expect to have thinner wallets as the excise tax on cigarettes is expected to increase by 59 cents after next week’s budget announcement, according to the National Council Against Smoking (NCAS).
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The scars of ‘manhood’
For Vusimuzi Sibanyoni, the quest to “prove his manhood” to friends at 14 years old has left him with scars he will carry for life after he struggled to cope with his HIV-positive diagnosis.
Female condoms sold illegally in Mpumalanga
Community tip-offs reveal government-provided female condoms for sale on the streets of Ermelo, Mpumalanga.
Research: The Economic and Social Case for Patent Law Reform in South Africa
The Treatment Action Campaign has released an updated version of its analysis of proposed patent reforms in South Africa.
Cancer myths about kids kill
What we do not know about cancer could be killing our kids as experts estimate at least 500 children die annually in South Africa from cancer without receiving any care.
‘Lifestyle diseases’ plaguing poor
High blood pressure, diabetes and other “lifestyle diseases” are no longer just for the rich and are wreaking havoc among South Africa’s poor.
Tshwane residents forced to buy unclean water
Water shortages in Tshwane’s Stinkwater and Eersterust areas are forcing people to buy unpurified borehole water.
Vital donation made in fight against abuse
The Vital Foundation has set aside R1,9 million to assist organisations fighting the abuse of women and children.
Statement: Intimidation & death threats of Free State health activists must end
On 11 February, the Treatment Action Campaign (TAC) issued a statement regarding alleged death threats received by Free State health activists following recent civil society reports.
Gauteng health workers go months without pay
Some Gauteng health workers have gone almost five months without pay in a delay they estimate could be affecting thousands.
BLOG: Reality check!
I’m surprised by how natural it feels. I step into theatre, armed with my SAMF*, stethoscope, pen and permanent marker, and take a deep breath.
Six steps to reduce your cancer risk
On the heels of World Cancer Day, Health-e brings you six changes you can make in your life now to reduce your risk of cancer from South African cancer expert, Dr. Vikash Sewram.
BLOG: Twerking and working
The first day of community service can be nerve-wracking, even for the most "battle-hardened" of doctors.
Cancer mythbusters
To mark World Cancer Day and its theme "Debunking the Myths," Health-e looks at five cancer myths and what you need to know about them.
Country braces for more cancer deaths
South Africa faces a tsunami of cancer in coming years if the country does not act to curb a rising tide of cancer cases, said Dr. Vikash Sewram, director of Stellenbosch University’s African Cancer Institute ahead of World Cancer Day.