Department of Health
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Constitutional Court strikes down certificate of needs provision in National Health Act
The Constitutional Court has declared sections 36 to 40 of the National Health Act unconstitutional, ruling that the certificate of needs provisions are irrational and unjustifiably limit the right to…
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Human-to-human hantavirus strain confirmed in cruise passenger
The Andes strain of the hantavirus that is transmissible between humans has been confirmed in a passenger evacuated to South Africa from a stricken cruise ship.
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Measles outbreak hits Western Cape as vaccination rates decline
Health authorities in Western Cape address a measles outbreak linked to declining vaccination rates, enhancing immunization efforts to protect children.
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South Africa receives breakthrough HIV prevention drug
South Africa has received its first shipment of Lenacapavir, a groundbreaking HIV prevention medicine that could transform the country’s fight against the virus.
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Free State Department of Health faces R5,7 billion in outstanding medical claims
The Free State Department of Health faces R5.7 billion in outstanding medical claims.
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Three senior health officials suspended after R1 million fraud arrests
Three Health Department officials were suspended after being arrested for fraud related to service provider contracts, facing serious charges.
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DA calls for health department action as director-general arrested for fraud
The Democratic Alliance claims the NHI scheme is unviable after the arrest of health officials on corruption charges exceeding R1 million.
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Four children recover after suspected food poisoning incident in Eastern Cape
Four of the seven children admitted to Cecilia Makiwane Hospital have been treated and discharged in good condition following suspected food poisoning.
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7 children fall ill after suspected food poisoning in Eastern Cape, with two fatalities
Seven children aged 4-7 were admitted to Cecilia Makiwane Hospital today with suspected food poisoning. Two sadly died on arrival, five remain under medical care.
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HPV vaccine: Protecting South African girls from cervical cancer
HPV vaccine prevents 95% of cervical cancer cases. Free vaccination for Grade 5 girls in SA schools. Protect your daughter today.
