How KZN is trying to improve services
Drastic measures have been taken in KwaZulu-Natal to deal with patient complaints in hope they'll be treated with dignity and respect.
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[Updated] South Africa rolls out new three-in-one HIV pill
A blockbuster new treatment is set to revolutionise the HIV scene and make it easier for people to stay on treatment and reduce the chances of resistance.
#NHIPublicHearings: Four down, five to go, what have we learned so far?
Across the provinces, the hearings reveal that people do in fact know what they want from a functional health system that serves their needs. But we have to ask, have people been adequately educated about the bill?
#NHIPublicHearings: KwaZulu Natal has polarising views on the Bill
While many showed fervent support for the proposed legislation, the parliamentary committee was also was met with scepticism over the funding of the National Health Insurance (NHI).
Health minister supports the reduction of sugar in sweetened beverages
Currently, the health promotion levy — implemented in April 2018 — is almost half of the World Health Organisation’s recommendation which research has shown could be more effective.
#NHIPublicHearings: Vhembe residents weigh in on the bill
Limpopo residents raise burning issues as the National Health Insurance public hearings kick off in the province.
Men can also get breast cancerÂ
Many believe only women can be diagnosed with this condition, but this is a grave misconception.Â
Makwarela water troubles far from over as taps remains dry
Some residents in a small Limpopo town say they have never seen any water coming out of their taps, despite having two boreholes.
Flowing sewage in Limpopo taxi rank is a major health hazard
Thohoyandou residents say they are fed up with the lack of urgency the Vhembe District Municipality shows in repairing burst sewerage pipes.
Skin conditions are a challenge, more so in summer
Despite it being spring, it's already quite hot in some parts of the country. For those with skin conditions, heat is more dreaded than welcomed.
Survivors and activists demand increased action against TB
While the almost 70% price reduction in important tuberculosis prevention drug Rifapentine for 100 countries with significant TB epidemics is a breakthrough, the high cost of newer drugs remains a barrier.
What’s the function of pharmacists in the NHI?
The pharmacy profession plays a critical role in the National Health Insurance (NHI), says the department of health.
Major price drop for key TB drug
The price reduction has been extended to the public sectors of 100 low and middle-income countries with high TB burdens, including South Africa.Â
Calls for South Africa’s sugary drinks tax to increase intensify
Activists say Treasury and national health department must abide by international health standards for the levy on sugary drinks to be effective in curbing the rise of non-communicable diseases in the country.
Five things that the midterm budget tells us about the future of health
South Africa spends about 8.5% of its gross domestic profit on health services.