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Fast News / 05-12-24 / Duty Editor

SA bone marrow registry empowers patients with newly launched guide book

"The guidebook is a transformative resource, which has been developed in response to dozens of interviews with past patients and family members. It addresses their need for information in a more accessible format to better prepare for the transplant…

Fast News / 28-11-24 / Tau kaVodloza

Hospital and colleagues honour late anaesthetist Dr Adul Ballim

“We wish to offer our heartfelt condolences to Dr Ballim’s wife, children and loved ones, and to his family, for whom he was not only a provider but a source of unwavering love and pride. On behalf of everyone who had the privilege to know and…

Medical Schemes / 22-11-24 / Jane Khumalo

Healthcare Financial Plan 2025: balancing necessity and affordability

"The most crucial aspect right now is to secure your healthcare cover which is fundamental to carrying you through a potential health crisis, ensuring that you get the best possible private medical care in your time of need," explains Jacqui…

Fast News / 22-11-24 / Sisanda Ndlovu

World Sugar Week shines spotlight on hidden sugars and health risks

“The country faces an epidemic of non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular, diabetes Type Two and obesity, with raised sugar consumption playing a key role in driving these conditions,” says Prof Pamela Naidoo, CEO of the Heart and Stroke…

Fast News / 05-11-24 / Sisanda Ndlovu

Discovery Foundation Awards honour exceptional healthcare professionals

"As healthcare leaders, we need to interchangeably look at healthcare through a microscope and through a telescope. Sometimes you have to zoom in to solve specific problems, and other times you have look into the future. Today I'd like us to…

Fast News / 30-10-24 / Tau kaVodloza

Netcare St Anne’s Hospital accepts global award for emergency stroke care

“We are honoured to be part of the global community of stroke centres working every day to improve the quality of stroke treatment, with the ultimate aim of securing the safest, most appropriate care to promote the best possible outcome for…

Fast News / 30-10-24 / Sisanda Ndlovu

Cancer Care: Radiation therapy has come a long way in a short time

“Investing in state-of-the-art equipment designed for clinical precision while simultaneously improving the patient experience is crucial to safety and cancer outcomes and is invaluable for people requiring such treatment,” says Dr Cindy Aitton,…

Medical Schemes / 17-10-24 / Daniel Nkosi

Medical aid made better: CompCare’s giant leap

"Our aim is to break away from the traditional medical aid model to redefine healthcare. Our approach isn't just about doing things differently; it's about doing them better, creating a healthcare experience that fits seamlessly into a digitally…

Medical Schemes / 09-10-24 / Staff Writer

Health Funders Association appoints Thoneshan Naidoo as new CEO

“On behalf of the HFA, we are pleased to formally welcome Thoneshan Naidoo, an experienced leader in the South African private healthcare industry on board at this critical juncture for South African healthcare and the industry in the role of Chief…

Fast News / 19-09-24 / Jane Khumalo

AfroCentric celebrates 4 years of delivering improved patient outcomes at low cost

"We're always looking for new and better ways to deliver health outcomes. We know that healthcare costs due to unnecessary admissions are high and negatively affect the health and wellness of our members, so adopting this innovative approach…

Medical Schemes / 18-09-24 / Duty Editor

Discovery Health announces contribution increases for 2025

"In determining the Discovery Health Medical Scheme contribution increases for 2025, the priority is maintaining the industry-leading benefits enjoyed by Discovery Health Medical Scheme members, while ensuring contributions remain affordable…

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