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Cancer Alliance's weighs next steps as Gauteng Health challenges R784m oncology ruling

The Gauteng Department of Health announced it would appeal a recent Johannesburg High Court judgment in favour of the Cancer Alliance over radiation oncology services.

Cape Times News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Cancer Alliance fights back as Gauteng Health appeals ruling on R784m oncology services

Cancer Alliance is exploring legal responses after Gauteng Health appealed a High Court ruling that declared the department's failure to provide radiation treatment to 3 000+ cancer patients unconstitutional, despite having R784 million specifically allocated for this purpose since 2023.

The Star News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Cancer Alliance fights back as Gauteng Health appeals ruling on R784m oncology services

Cancer Alliance is exploring legal responses after Gauteng Health appealed a High Court ruling that declared the department's failure to provide radiation treatment to 3 000+ cancer patients unconstitutional, despite having R784 million specifically allocated for this purpose since 2023.

News Crime and Courts
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Helen Joseph Hospital whistle-blower welcomes Health Ombuds report findings

Following a viral exposé by radio personality Tom London, two major health oversight bodies have released reports highlighting critical issues at Helen Joseph Hospital. The Gauteng Department of Health commits to implementing recommendations while facing significant budgetary constraints and staffing challenges.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published