The possible overturning of a law that protects a woman’s right to abortion in the United States, might not have legal implications for South Africa but there are concerns it could impact funding for various health programmes in the country.…
Studies suggest that since the human brain is only fully developed by the age of 25, many young people aren’t equipped to deal with the harsh realities of life. This leads to adolescents and young adults being more prone to…
The Department of Health announced on Thursday that children must continue wearing masks at school and other general indoor gatherings. On Wednesday night when it released new limited COVID-19 regulations, it stated that children would not have to wear masks…
While the World Health Organisation has raised the alarm about an increase in measles outbreaks globally, South Africa is confident the risks locally are minimal. UNICEF and the WHO reported cases of measles increased by 79 percent globally in January…
South Africans will have to continue wearing face-masks in indoor public spaces for now. The National Department of Health announced limited regulations on Wednesday an hour before current COVID-19 regulations were due to expire at midnight. These limited restrictions, which…
As South Africa approaches its 5th wave of COVID-19 the number of people getting vaccinated has stagnated. Government missed its target to vaccinate 70 percent of the population by the end of last year. Currently, just 44% of adults have…
South Africa could enter its fifth wave of cases earlier than expected, following a sharp spike in cases after the Easter weekend, says health minister Joe Phaahla. Speaking during a media briefing on Friday (29 April), Phaahla said the fifth wave was initially…
Cervical cancer-that affects the cervix, the lowest part of the uterus- is the deadliest among South African women, and the second most common behind breast cancer. Although highly treatable if detected early on, the country’s high prevalence rate is a…
With this year’s flu season expected to be more severe, South Africans should seriously consider getting their influenza jabs, a local disease expert warns. Health-e News spoke to Professor Hannelie Meyer about why it is important to get a flu…
A sharp increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in South Africa suggests that the fifth wave is imminent. The country’s rate of infection has hit a three-month high, just a week after the Easter weekend. The latest figures reported…
In the past five years, the number of 10-14 year olds giving birth in South Africa has increased by 50%. The cause: a surge of statutory rape cases, which often go unreported. A report published in the South African Medical Journal…
As a possible fifth COVID-19 wave looms, a report has revealed that booster vaccine hesitancy is at a high among South Africans, placing the country’s uptake at a crossroads. The SA Covid and Vaccine Social Listening Report is published weekly…
The National Department of Health is keeping an eye on developments after 23 cases of the new COVID-19 Omicron sub-variants were detected in South Africa earlier this week. Experts from the World Health Organisation (WHO) are working with scientists and…
Gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) is a profound and widespread problem in South Africa. Given the ferocious nature of this ‘pandemic’, collective efforts are needed to end this scourge of violence against mostly women and children. Director-General at the Department…
A new survey, known as the ‘Thrive by Five Index’ has revealed that 65% of South African children, aged between four and five, are not able to meet the expected early learning and physical growth standards. Despite being enrolled in…