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World Prematurity Day: 23 tiny ‘warriors’ celebrated at graduation
The National Department of Health estimates that on average, 84,000 babies are born preterm in South Africa each year.
Swift arrest: Bloemfontein robbery suspects arrested after dramatic video goes viral
Two suspects face attempted murder charges after a violent robbery in Bloemfontein was captured on social media. The dramatic incident, which saw a young victim being dragged alongside a moving vehicle, led to swift police action and arrests.
World Stroke Day: Know the signs says top surgeon and how to prevent a stroke
Quick action key to stroke prevention, warns top Durban surgeon during national stroke week
Joburg school’s heartfelt campaign leads to life-saving surgeries in Durban
Each surgery represents a child given a new lease on life, and it’s a testament to the dedication of our medical teams, as well as the generosity of donors and supporters,’’ he said.
A night of hope and awareness for children living with Congenital Heart Defects
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.
DA slams Lesufi’s lies on NHI as viral video shows dire state of Helen Joseph Hospital
“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.
Tragedy strikes: Boy, 16, dies a day before initiation season ends in Limpopo
A tragedy has struck, following the death of an initiate, Fhundzo Khomolo, 16, from Bungeni village in Louis Trichardt, Limpopo, who died a day before the conclusion of the initiation season.
Kenya's human rights crisis: Urgent action needed
Kenya is in a human rights crisis with rising police violence. Recent weeks saw 24 killed, 361 injured, and 627 arrested. The Youth for Kenya movement demands government action against corruption and extrajudicial killings, urging respect for constitutional rights.
What’s it like being bitten by a Black Mamba? A Durban snake catcher’s harrowing experience
A routine snake-catching job nearly turned deadly for Warren Dick, a Durban-based snake catcher, when a Black Mamba bite left him fighting for his life. Read his gripping story and the critical lessons learned.
Suspected drunk woman motorist arrested following crash at St. Gamma’s primary school
Five passengers sustained minor injuries, and a male pedestrian suffered serious injuries when a woman blamed for driving drunk, crashed into the palisade fence of St. Gamma’s Primary School in Thembisa.
S. Korea begins licence suspension process against striking doctors
South Korean trainee doctors are likely to have their medical licenses suspended for taking part in a strike this month, as the government decided to take action against them.
New fear unlocked: Doctors extract 150 live bugs from man’s nose, sinuses
After months of unexplained discomfort, a cancer survivor in Florida learnt the unsettling truth behind his symptoms: a swarm of live bugs had made a home in his nasal cavity.
Treasury investigating the exact number of unemployed doctors - Godongwana
Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana said they have received conflicting figures on the number of unemployed doctors, but the Department of Health was working on it.
Woman arrested for residential building fire in Joburg CBD that claimed the lives of two people
Police arrested a woman who was allegedly seen starting the fire.
Capetonian surfer dies at Seal Point in the Eastern Cape
The man is believed to be 30-years-old.
Health Ombudsman report: Motherwell NU 11 Clinic found negligent in Zenizole Vena case
Zenizole Vena was kidnapped and gang-raped in September 2022 in Motherwell, but nurses refused to help her, telling her to go to the local police station where she died.
AG warns against ballooning medical claims
The Auditor-General said the government has not met its target of reducing medical from R70 billion to R18bn by next year.
Free health and wellness programme for Mitchells Plain
Residents in Mitchells Plain are urged to attend the free health and wellness outreach programme this Saturday.
Zuma is in Russia to receive medical treatment
Mzwanele Manyi, spokesperson for the Jacob Zuma Foundation, has confirmed that Zuma is in Russia.
Eastern Cape man attacked by shark while free diving
A man in the Eastern Cape is lucky to be alive after being bitten by a shark on Monday while free diving.
Twitter divided over Limpopo Health MEC’s recent rant at clinic staff
Social media users have shared different views following Limpopo Health MEC, Dr Phophi Ramathuba’s latest viral video of her scolding health employees at Rethabile Clinic in Polokwane.
KZN Health MEC lays down the law for newly appointed hospital CEOs
KZN Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane has called on newly appointed CEOs to think outside the box but also be held accountable for issues raised about facilities in their care.