Gauteng: 38,000 on Surgery Waiting List
Despite clearing a backlog of 37,000 surgeries, Gauteng still has a 38,000-patient waiting list due to infrastructure and resource issues.
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Dr Chat GPT: Can AI improve healthcare in Africa?
Salma’s undiagnosed diabetes led to a stroke. Technology-driven healthcare solutions offer affordable, accessible care in Africa, improving health outcomes.
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Upholding public health over tobacco industry interference: is government doing enough?
South Africa’s Tobacco Control Bill faces delays and industry pushback, but it’s crucial for public health and economic stability.
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The threat of crime is a daily reality for community health workers
Community health workers in Soweto face significant risks, including muggings, while ensuring TB patients adhere to treatment during COVID-19 lockdown.
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EMS union says Limpopo has more ambulances than paramedics
The South African Emergency Personnel’s Union say the new ambulances in Limpopo may end up not being used due to
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NW mother becomes the first patient to undergo a heart operation in a township hospital
The six-hour surgery, conducted on a Friday, was a success, with Vanstawel recovering well. This operation marks the first heart
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Elections: how politics impacts women’s health
Women’s health is influenced by healthcare access, acceptability, socioeconomic factors, and political determinants, leading to delayed care and higher mortality
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South Africa records a second case of mpox
South African health authorities are conducting contact tracing and case finding.
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South Africa could face a critical diabetes drug stock-outs
Doctors warn of insulin pen shortage in South Africa, forcing a switch to vials, risking patient safety and health complications.
Health-e News
May 27, 2024
Pandemic agreement will do little to prevent COVID era health inequities
The agreement aims to enhance global health governance. But its effectiveness in ensuring health equity remains uncertain.
May 24, 2024
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Gauteng: 38,000 on Surgery Waiting List
Despite clearing a backlog of 37,000 surgeries, Gauteng still has a 38,000-patient waiting list due to infrastructure and resource issues.
Health-e News
June 3, 2024
Health
Dr Chat GPT: Can AI improve healthcare in Africa?
Salma’s undiagnosed diabetes led to a stroke. Technology-driven healthcare solutions offer affordable, accessible care in Africa, improving health outcomes.
Health-e News
June 3, 2024
Health
Upholding public health over tobacco industry interference: is government doing enough?
South Africa’s Tobacco Control Bill faces delays and industry pushback, but it’s crucial for public health and economic stability.
Health-e News
May 31, 2024
Health
The threat of crime is a daily reality for community health workers
Community health workers in Soweto face significant risks, including muggings, while ensuring TB patients adhere to treatment during COVID-19 lockdown.
Health-e News
May 30, 2024
EMS union says Limpopo has more ambulances than paramedics
The South African Emergency Personnel’s Union say the new ambulances in Limpopo may end up not being used due to
May 29, 2024
NW mother becomes the first patient to undergo a heart operation in a township hospital
The six-hour surgery, conducted on a Friday, was a success, with Vanstawel recovering well. This operation marks the first heart
May 29, 2024
Health
Elections: how politics impacts women’s health
Women’s health is influenced by healthcare access, acceptability, socioeconomic factors, and political determinants, leading to delayed care and higher mortality
Health-e News
May 28, 2024
South Africa records a second case of mpox
South African health authorities are conducting contact tracing and case finding.
May 27, 2024
Health
South Africa could face a critical diabetes drug stock-outs
Doctors warn of insulin pen shortage in South Africa, forcing a switch to vials, risking patient safety and health complications.
Health-e News
May 27, 2024
Pandemic agreement will do little to prevent COVID era health inequities
The agreement aims to enhance global health governance. But its effectiveness in ensuring health equity remains uncertain.
May 24, 2024