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A South African scientist is pioneering a DNA methylation test that aims to enhance the early detection of cervical cancer.
Gauteng department of health spokesperson Motaletale Modiba confirmed the linen shortage and said the department has taken the steps to address the problem.
Teams from local and provincial government, including mayors and inter-governmental units, spearheaded the initiative to protect consumers from hazardous goods.
For many diabetics, the constant fear of complications is the leading cause of stress, affecting 86% of individuals.
The opposition party in Limpopo, the Economic Freedom Fighters is accusing Speaker Makoma Makhurupetje of hiring her relatives and Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba of favouring Venda-speaking people to work in the healthcare sector.
Calls for urgent reforms in food safety inspections grow as spaza shops and vendors continue selling unsafe products, risking lives.
Denosa in Limpopo is calling for justice after a Lebowakgomo Hospital nurse, who was shot and killed outside the gate of the hospital just after getting off from a taxi.
The national HIV prevalence was 16. 3% among adults aged 15 years and older, translating to an estimated 7. 4 million adults aged 15+ years living with HIV.
The EFF accuses the DA-ANC coalition of using public funds for political patronage, calling for a leaner and more efficient government that prioritises the citizens’ needs.
About 19 patients from the the Vutlhari Old Age and Disability Centre, in Sekgosese, Limpopo, has been moved to other facilities following the uncovering of violations of human rights for people living with disabilities and inhumane living conditions.
Simelane expressed that most people regard mental health as an illness, and many people do not know about the different types of mental disorders out there and how to treat them.
Gauteng for MEC of Health and Wellness Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko has urged parents to prioritise hand hygiene during and before childbirth to prevent the ongoing challenge of maternal deaths
Approximately 8. 2 million South Africans, or 13. 7% of the population, are living with HIV, one of the highest prevalence rates globally.
The young generation’s education level is significantly higher than the average, with the average education year of 13. 9 years per person for the age group under 30. In the past decade, the per capita access to medical resources in China has been increasing year by year.
Gauteng ramps up healthcare facility upgrades as it prepares for the National Health Insurance (NHI) rollout by 2025.
The provinces that recorded the lowest number of those born in foreign countries but working in the country were the Western Cape with 353, Limpopo with 291 and the Free State with 235.
“The cruel reality of public healthcare has been exposed by London, who was transferred to a private hospital for better treatment after funds flooded in from donors,” said Bloom.
Hundreds of his fans contributed to have him moved to a private hospital within hours of the post going viral.
The Presidential Health Compact aims to unite stakeholders and to improve South Africa's healthcare system.
The cyber attack on the NHLS took place on June 22, disrupting essential patient diagnostic services.
Haitu’s general secretary Lerato Mthunzi expressed the belief that Motsoaledi's appointment as the new Minister of Health would accelerate the implementation of the NHI.
Cuba has established the best healthcare system in the world, free of charge to all its citizens by totally overhauling the profit based system of healthcare, says the writer.
With a Pink Eye outbreak confirmed in eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane, is urging people stay home if they have any symptoms.
South Africa is currently ranked amongst the top countries in the world in terms of smoking.
While budget cuts were expected in these critical sectors, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said they would not compromise on the work done by security agencies, health, education, and social development.