Laura Lopez Gonzalez

So, can or can’t South Africans tell government how sex work should be regulated?

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 12 Oct 2017

Activists have been told that government wants to hear their views, but without draft legislation their input is of little value.

Will you lose your medical aid tax credits in 2018?

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 29 Sep 2017

But if we want everyone to get quality care, something will have to give and it may not be your money, warn experts.

How your medical bills may change under the National Health Insurance

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 27 Sep 2017

Many private hospitals will be opening their doors to more patients but does that mean you’ll be stuck at the back of the queue?

Prudence Mabele: The death of an activist, the reckoning of a movement?

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 17 Jul 2017

The loss of one of SA’s most longstanding HIV activists comes when politics and dwindling resources are pitting stalwarts against each other.

[WATCH] Will the National Health Insurance cost you more money?

Videos Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 10 Jul 2017

Can SA afford the NHI? And will you be able to keep seeing your doctor? Our Laura Lopez Gonzalez answers these and other questions.

Have questions about the National Health Insurance? We answer them

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 6 Jul 2017

As Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi prepares to unveil the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill today, we tell you what you need to know about.

Trade unions: ‘The NHI is not moving fast enough’

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 1 Jul 2017

Private sector’s role and slow roll out likely to top ANC policy conference delegates’ list of concerns.

Will you be able to have a medical aid under the National Health Insurance scheme?

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 30 Jun 2017

The newly released white paper could mean the end is nigh for medical aids.

Condoms at school? Yes, says a new education policy

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 14 Jun 2017

Parents and staff can no longer keep contraception out of schools in the case of children 12 years and older.

#LifeEsidimeni: More than a year later, still no prosecutions

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 7 Jun 2017

Families say many are still waiting for results of autopsies performed last year.

Has South Africa’s new HIV plan been captured?

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 1 Jun 2017

The new strategy is the first in a decade that does not advocate for the decriminalisation of sex work.

Is your child vaccinated against measles? Here’s why they might need a booster shot

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 18 May 2017

Even if your child has been vaccinated, booster shots provide an extra layer of protection.

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