South Africa faces a surge in illegal weight-loss drugs, as expensive GLP-1 medicines drive a black market for cheaper, untested versions. This trend raises serious health…
South Africa has launched lenacapavir, a groundbreaking HIV prevention medicine, marking a significant moment in the country's fight against the epidemic. This article reflects…
South Africa, a leader in HIV response with the world's largest antiretroviral treatment programme, advocates for sustained and predictable global resourcing at the High-Level…
The Constitutional Court will hear challenges to the National Health Insurance Act from 5 to 7 May 2026
Tackling the linked issues of obesity and diabetes requires changes in policy, economics and social attitudes
If the food labelling regulations under review are enacted, bold warning signs on packaging will let shoppers identify foods high in sugar, salt or unhealthy fats
In his 2025 State of the Nation address the president promised improved healthcare access and infrastructure
In the absence of action from the health department, South Africa’s community health workers are once again having to fight for their rights, with a nationwide strike planned…
Comorbidities, particularly noncommunicable diseases have been put into the spotlight during the Covid-19 pandemic. How we approach preventing NCDs in the future will depend on…
