#SAAIDS2019: ‘Our lives, our dignity is not negotiable’
Corruption and mismanagement are standing in the way of South Africa’s battle against HIV, say activists.
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Tongaat Hulett bosses must ‘pay back the money’
The financial scandal of South Africa’s largest sugar producer hurts its blue-collar employees, who are already marginalised and at risk of non-communicable diseases, the most.
Don’t misunderstand muti, says traditional healer
For centuries Africans have relied on traditional medicine for healing, and even with the dominance of Western medicine, muti is still widely used in South Africa.
From farm to plate: Food safety is everyone’s business
The United Nations has declared 7 June the first World Food Safety Day to strengthen efforts to ensure what we eat is safe.
Breastfeeding should be encouraged not forced, say HIV+ moms
While exclusive breastfeeding is encouraged, some women in Mpumalanga living with HIV claim nurses force them to breastfeed their newborn babies.
HEALA: Act against Big Food tactics that target kids
As the South African commemorates Child Protection Week activists call for policy framework that protects children from harmful marketing by Big Food industry.
Global ingredient shortage caused ARV stockouts
Patients are left stranded without medication as another drug shortage sweeps the country.
Community heroes help stamp out stunting
Community Health Workers trained to help stamp out stunting in rural areas in a campaign that seeks to galvanise South Africa towards achieving zero stunting by 2030.
McDonald’s SA book campaign: Not such ‘happy meals’
Is offering a book with a ‘happy meal’ at one of South Africa’s 270 McDonald’s outlets another gimmick aimed at getting kids hooked on unhealthy food? Experts say yes.
Where there’s smoke, there are health risks
Every year on May 31 marks World No Tobacco Day by creating awareness of the deadly effects of tobacco use.
Get to know Gauteng Health MEC Dr Bandile Masuku
The new provincial head of health’s first assignment is to improve services for patients and tackle the frustrations of health workers.
NGO helps children pursue their dreams
A Free State organisation is working to create a healthy and safe environment for children throughout the year.
Suppliers blamed for drug shortages
Limpopo health facilities are experiencing a shortage of drugs for patients with arthritis - but the province’s Department of Health says its suppliers are at fault.
Ramaphosa announces Zweli Mkhize as the next health minister
Aaron Motsoaledi leaves the department after ten years, with the last few years marred by some of the biggest failures in public health.
Activists demand abortion services in clinics
Meanwhile, Limpopo health department says it doesn't have the resources to upgrade its facilities because termination ‘not an everyday thing’.