Most individuals infected with the flu virus will have mild illness. But certain groups of people are at risk of having severe flu illness or having flu complications or death.
Patients at Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital in Johannesburg are enduring the cold without blankets due to a dysfunctional laundry service and faulty heating.
The recent cases in KZN and Gauteng suggest local transmission, as none of the patients had traveled to affected countries.
As the dust settles on the recent elections, it is time for the new administration to confront a silent catastrophe that has plagued our nation for far too long - the malnutrition crisis.
148 people die of tuberculosis (TB) daily in South Africa. According to the South African TB survey, South Africa is one of thirty high burden TB countries that contribute to 87% of estimated incident cases worldwide. Speaking at the opening…
On April 23, a 23-year-old pregnant woman, days away from her due date, was forced to leave a shelter provided by People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) as the organisation shut its doors due to budget cuts. This closure is a…
Infrastructure challenges, such as extreme theater temperature changes, and consumable shortages due to non-payment to suppliers, further extend waiting times.Â
New healthcare apps powered by AI are being launched across Africa, helping to provide fast, affordable, and user-friendly medical advice and lifesaving treatment to thousands of people who may otherwise have not had access to it.
Passing the Tobacco Control Bill would have substantial health benefits, reducing noncommunicable diseases and healthcare costs, and improving societal well-being.
Community health workers in South Africa face significant dangers while performing their duties in high-crime areas.
The South African Emergency Personnel’s Union say the new ambulances in Limpopo may end up not being used due to a shortage of emergency personnel.
The six-hour surgery, conducted on a Friday, was a success, with Vanstawel recovering well. This operation marks the first heart surgery at a public hospital in the North West province.
Political decisions and policies significantly impact women's health and well-being by shaping healthcare access and influencing socioeconomic determinants of health.
South African health authorities are conducting contact tracing and case finding.
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) warns that transitioning to vials at short notice could lead to serious health complications.
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