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The National Department of Health estimates that on average, 84,000 babies are born preterm in South Africa each year.
If the ANC blindly continues with austerity it will be removed from power. We do not have a left party and will not have one for as long as the SACP and Cosatu remain tied to the ANC and Numsa and Abahlali baseMjondolo do not work towards building an inclusive mass-based left project.
The United States confirmed its first case of clade I Mpox, a more aggressive strain, the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention announced Saturday.
In response to the allegations, Makhurupetje has vehemently rejected the claims and labelled them as ‘baseless and defamatory’.
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.
South Africa’s unemployment and hunger crises require bold, transformative action. As Matthew Parks from COSATU points out, ‘The reality is that millions of workers and their families are struggling to survive the daily grind of unemployment, poverty, and hunger.
Man linked to deadly tavern shooting in Kanana that left one dead and five injured, arrested. North West police said the search for a second suspect continued.
The WHO said it had been “compelled to postpone” the bid to give 119,279 children in northern Gaza a second polio vaccine dose.
Young entrepreneurs in Johannesburg are being given a new platform to elevate their businesses with the launch of the 2025 Orange Corners Designs (OCD) programme.
The Duchess almost missed the appointment in the first place because she couldn't face the trip to the clinic, ad revealed that the ‘life-saving’ moment only came about at the behest of her sister Jane.
Residents watched in disbelief as roofs on the second floor caved in, sending sparks flying. The underground parking that housed the residents’ vehicles was intact.
Despite the fact that every child deserves equal access to medical care, the reality is that children without medical aid often face long waiting lists for life-saving surgeries.
Gauteng ramps up healthcare facility upgrades as it prepares for the National Health Insurance (NHI) rollout by 2025.
Patients are being redirected to nearby clinics while authorities assess the situation.
How much does it really cost to have and raise a baby in South Africa? We explore the expenses involved, from medical care to baby essentials, and provide key financial planning tips from two recent mums.
Umlazi’s first Mpathy Clinic is now open, offering accessible, affordable healthcare to the community.
The EFF demands immediate government action, highlighting the failure to protect vulnerable children and calling for specialised courts and increased social workers to combat the crisis of statutory rape
“This fear cannot be reason enough to stop its intervention – rest assured I am committed personally to ensuring its success,” he added.
Get ready, Gauteng! The Phelophepa trains are back, bringing free and affordable healthcare services to your doorstep. Don't miss out on this opportunity to receive comprehensive health screenings, eye care, dental care, and more from the state-of-the-art clinic-on-wheels.
During the attack, the 48-year-old tavern owner sustained a gunshot wound to his hand and a stab wound to his chest.
The Life Esidimeni tragedy, which resulted in the deaths of over 100 mental health patients in Gauteng Province, highlights severe lapses in South Africa's healthcare system and the government's failure to uphold constitutional rights for the mentally ill.
A recent study shows a rising trend in cannabis-related health issues among seniors in the US, particularly in states with legal cannabis use.
Dr. Padayachy talks about how unhealthy lifestyle habits and pre-existing health issues play a crucial role in increasing the risk of strokes among young individuals.
Dr Hadebe revealed that a stroke can also be caused by genetic factors.
Mdzananda Animal Clinic plans to broaden its educational efforts by partnering with community book clubs, other non-profit organisations, and grassroots groups