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Climate change: Health impact shocks

WebBy 2050, 79% of the future world population will experience illness due to the impact of climate change. This includes high blood pressure, respiratory and heart …

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Yoghurt reduces the risk of Type 2 Diabetes – says FDA

WebThe United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently made a health claim relating to yoghurt and reduced risk of Type 2 Diabetes. The FDA said …

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Health Department looks to clamp down on ‘absent’ …

WebThe local Health Department has reacted to countless pleas from residents about the many overgrown properties (especially in the Dundee CBD) that have become …

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Health department – get flu vaccine as Respiratory …

WebThe Department of Health is urging the public to obtain a flu vaccine in anticipation of flu season. PHOTO: Polina Tankilevitch (Pexels) “RESPIRATORY …

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Health news, breaking stories and comment The Citizen

WebSouth Africa’s ailing public health sector is no secret, but private sector coverage is equally important. The Citizen reports on this and many more health-related issues affecting …

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Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness opens Xray centre …

WebLocal news Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness opens Xray centre in Soweto As part of their contribution to the National Health Insurance (NHI), they deploy …

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Limpopo records four new cases of cholera Review

WebPhoto: Sourced. LIMPOPO – Four cholera cases have been confirmed in the Capricorn District, three in Blouberg and one in Polokwane, the Limpopo Department of …

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A lice outbreak scare at Alex school Alex News

WebSpokesperson for the Gauteng Department of Health Sandile Gwayi said the Johannesburg District Outbreak Response Team in conjunction with their provincial …

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Records tumble at Durban Marathon Northglen News

WebTHE Durban International Marathon once again lived up to its billing as one of the fastest races in the country with both men’s and women’s course records falling at …

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Correctional Services hosts regional mass aerobics …

WebMakasane said, “Maintaining good physical health not only enhances fitness but also fosters a consistently positive mindset.” Elsie Rantie, the Gauteng regional sport …

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7 tips to boost your gut health and mental well-being

WebIncorporate plant-based foods: Load up on fibre-rich foods like whole grains, legumes, fruits, and vegetables, as fibre serves as fuel for beneficial gut bacteria, …

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The implications of hormonal imbalances and how to combat them

WebLow-impact exercises are best for hormone imbalances to prevent a cortisol spike. Stress management: Chronic stress can contribute to hormonal imbalances. …

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Man of medical mystery: MK party cites 'no concerns' about …

WebSeries of ill-health episodes? According to the publication, four independent sources claimed that the former president’s ill-health has raised concern among doctors …

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True devotion to health care The Citizen

WebAt this pivotal moment in South African health care, it is essential that the quality and quantity of health care services are defined and configured in a sustainable …

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Budget 2024: NHI receives R1.4 billion allocation The Citizen

WebMinister of Finance Enoch Godongwana delivering the 2024 Budget Speech. Image: GCIS. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said R1.4 billion has been allocated …

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Is health insurance a cheaper option than medical aid to get …

WebThe cost of even an entry level, core private medical scheme benefits which provides only hospital cover and no day-to-day care, starts at around R1 600 per month …

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Affordable healthcare is about to get a lot more accessible in SA

WebSpeaking to The Citizen, Tania Joffe, CEO and Principal at Unu Health, a venture within Standard Bank, says they are trying to make private healthcare more …

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JUST IN: Senior health official arrested for fraud The Citizen

WebA senior Eastern Cape health department official has been nabbed for fraud and forgery. The official, who cannot be named because they have not appeared in …

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Warning against putting up election posters on electrical structures

WebAs South Africa is getting ready to host the 2024 General Elections on 29 May 2024, political parties are putting up election posters as part of their campaigns. “In the …

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State of SA’s healthcare system: More work needed on NHI

WebTo say that SA’s healthcare system is unequal is an understatement. The majority of the people have to depend on state healthcare, while roughly 30% are able to …

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Board of Healthcare Funders ready to challenge NHI

WebThe BHF is the largest industry association for health funders and aims to enable its members to provide access to affordable healthcare. The Board of Healthcare …

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'Men reluctant to visit clinics'

WebBetween April and December 2023, 167 109 males presented at public health facilities across the province, with 67 400 (40%) treated for male urethritis …

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Eastern Cape gets SA’s first contraception and HIV kit vending …

WebThe total number of people living with HIV was estimated at approximately 8.45 million in 2022. For adults aged 15–49 years, an estimated 19.6% of the population …

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