Department of Health
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Department of Health issues a recall of baby milk formula containing toxins
The Department of Health has issued an emergency recall notice for NAN Special Pro HA Infant Formula after the identification of cereulide, a toxin produced by Bacillus cereus bacteria, which…
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Christmas Day births rise to 1 668 in South Africa, up 308 from previous year
On Christmas Day, South Africa recorded 1 668 births, a significant rise from 2024, while highlighting concerns over increasing teenage pregnancies.
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Gift of life gives parents their most precious Christmas present
On Christmas Day, South Africa welcomed over 700 babies, highlighting the importance of maternal health and the commitment of healthcare workers.
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Western Cape childhood vaccination rates drop critically
Western Cape childhood vaccination rates drop to 67.4%, sparking measles outbreaks. Parents urged to prioritize free immunizations immediately
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Tembisa Hospital corruption: Gauteng health chief suspended
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has suspended Lesiba Arnold Malotana, head of the Gauteng Department of Health and Wellness, with immediate effect.
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Patients forced to sleep on floors amid alleged staff crisis at Humansdorp Hospital
Humansdorp Hospital under fire again as patients sleep on floors and wait days for treatment due to staff shortages and overcrowding.
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Opposition parties attack Northern Cape Premier over hospital deaths
Opposition parties criticise Northern Cape premier Dr. Zamani Saul for failures in healthcare improvement. Patients faced neglect, highlighting mismanagement and corruption within health services.
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Noord-Kaapse departement van gesondheid ‘deurdrenk met gevoelloosheid’
‘n “Ingewortelde en deurdrenkte kultuur van wanbestuur, ongevoeligheid en gebrek aan empatie wat van amptenare na sekere personeellede filtreer” gedy in die Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe-hospitaal, sê ingeligtes.
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