Medical trade union welcomes new budget allocated for health sector
The South African Medical Association Trade Union (Samatu) has welcomed the budget that is allocated for the healthcare sector system. This after the Minister of... Read more.
Billions of people globally suffer from oral diseases – report
About 3.5-billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, with about 2-billion dealing with permanent tooth cavities, according to the World Health Organisation’s... Read more.
‘Anal cancer incidence becoming more prevalent in women’
The global burden of anal cancer is more prevalent in women, and South Africa is reflective of the global disease burden distribution. However, incidences of anal... Read more.
Bishop Bafana Zondo’s rape case postponed to Thursday
The rape trial against controversial clergyman Bishop Bafana Zondo has been postponed to Thursday. This follows a brief appearance before the Pretoria High Court... Read more.
Enyobeni tavern tragedy: owners found guilty
The two owners of Enyobeni tavern, Siyakhangela and Vuyokazi Ndevu, have been found guilty and are awaiting sentencing. The duo was found guilty of contravening... Read more.
How excessive drinking nearly led to man’s death by heart failure
What felt like another hangover nearly cost Tebogo Thamaga his life after the doctors diagnosed him with heart failure. The 35-year-old man from Soweto told Sunday... Read more.
We’re being rejected though we want to serve – Miss SA runner-up
The 2021 Miss South Africa runner-up and medical doctor, Moratwe Masima, is one of many graduates who are struggling to find employment. “Ready to serve but... Read more.
Natasha Thahane and Thembinkosi Lorch call it quits
Natasha Thahane, a former Skeem Saam actress, has announced her separation from her baby-daddy, football player Thembinkosi Lorch. The actress announced the news... Read more.
Medical doctor who has never had medical aid is pro NHI Bill
The government’s new National Health (NHI) Bill has a staunch supporter in one of the key players in our healthcare system. Critics have slammed it for various... Read more.
Lab practical session leaves 31 Pharmacy students hospitalised
A group of medical sciences students found themselves being the subject of a medical emergency when they ended up in hospital following a laboratory experiment.... Read more.
