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Durban turns red to raise awareness of congenital heart defects in children
Durban's Promenade turned into a sea of red as families affected by congenital heart defects (CHD) united for the Heart Kids SA Big Walk, sharing stories of loss and hope.
Urgent search under way for missing 13-year-old boy near Umzumbe
Community and rescue teams unite in a desperate search for a 13-year-old boy who went missing near Umzumbe, following a tragic drowning incident.
World Diabetes Day: Advances in vascular surgery provide new hope for diabetic foot complications
Minimally invasive techniques require only small incisions, reducing the likelihood of complications and promoting a quicker return to daily life.
World Stroke Day: Know the signs says top surgeon and how to prevent a stroke
Quick action key to stroke prevention, warns top Durban surgeon during national stroke week
Joburg school’s heartfelt campaign leads to life-saving surgeries in Durban
Each surgery represents a child given a new lease on life, and it’s a testament to the dedication of our medical teams, as well as the generosity of donors and supporters,’’ he said.
Restoring sight, restoring lives: Lenmed eThekwini Hospital’s free cataract surgeries offer new hope
The cost of cataract surgery in the private sector can range from R23,000 upwards, which is out of reach for many elderly individuals who do not have medical aid.
Gauteng celebrates audit success amid ongoing healthcare crisis
Twenty-one departments from the Gauteng provincial government achieved clean audits and 11 departments received unqualified audit opinions.
The phased construction achievements of Chinese style social modernisation
The young generation’s education level is significantly higher than the average, with the average education year of 13. 9 years per person for the age group under 30. In the past decade, the per capita access to medical resources in China has been increasing year by year.
Kidney Awareness: Workshop pulls together top medics to share tips on renal access
The workshop's agenda was meticulously crafted, offering a blend of practical knowledge and the latest advancements in renal access management.
A night of hope and awareness for children living with Congenital Heart Defects
Despite the fact that every child deserves equal access to medical care, the reality is that children without medical aid often face long waiting lists for life-saving surgeries.
China’s Medical Peace Ark Sails to Cape Town: A Global Cooperation Milestone
‘The Peace Ark embodies the spirit of China’s humanitarianism and our commitment to promoting peace and development across the world. ’ — President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China
Umlazi opens first Mpathy Clinic for affordable healthcare
Umlazi’s first Mpathy Clinic is now open, offering accessible, affordable healthcare to the community.
Top KZN cardiologist, Dr Brian Vezi honoured for implanting the world's smallest pacemaker
“This fear cannot be reason enough to stop its intervention – rest assured I am committed personally to ensuring its success,” he added.
City of Cape Town offers safe spaces after court eviction order
More than 150 homeless individuals in Cape Town’s CBD have accepted the City’s offer of new Safe Spaces shelters.
From Benefits to Costs: A Comprehensive Look at Medihelp Medical Aid in South Africa
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DBE Minister Gwarube mourns the 12 students who died in minibus crash
Ms Siviwe sent t her condolences to the family and friends who suffered from the 12 students deaths.
100 Lives Saved: The Children’s Cardiac Foundation of Africa reaches milestone in fight against congenital heart disease
In a heart-warming celebration of hope and healing, the Children’s Cardiac Foundation of Africa (TCCFA) has marked a major milestone – its 100th life-saving surgery on children born with congenital heart disease.
Kenya's human rights crisis: Urgent action needed
Kenya is in a human rights crisis with rising police violence. Recent weeks saw 24 killed, 361 injured, and 627 arrested. The Youth for Kenya movement demands government action against corruption and extrajudicial killings, urging respect for constitutional rights.
Singer Winnie Khumalo seeking prayers as daughter Rethabile faces critical health crisis after alleged poisoning
South African music legend Winnie Khumalo has made a heartfelt plea to her fans and supporters for prayers as her daughter, Rethabile Khumalo, fights for her life in the hospital.
Heartbroken Shebeshxt attends daughter's funeral in a wheelchair after horror crash
The Grade 3 learner at Northern Academy in Polokwane was laid to her final resting place, following her tragic death in a horrific car crash with her parents.
Shebeshxt out of ICU after tragic accident, daughter’s funeral preparations under way
Rapper is recovering well after spending time in ICU and undergoing a recent operation, and they remain hopeful for his swift recuperation.
Investigation launched following fatal accident involving rapper Shebeshxt which killed his nine-year-old daughter
The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety confirmed a tragic accident on Saturday involving rapper Shebeshxt, real name Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, which claimed the life of his young daughter.
Fans rally in support for Limpopo rapper Shebeshxt after horrific accident claims the life of his daughter
Fans, supporters, and followers of the well-known rapper Shebeshxt, born Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, have expressed their prayers and condolences after a tragic accident resulted in the loss of his foot and the heartbreaking death of his daughter while they were travelling to an event.
What’s it like being bitten by a Black Mamba? A Durban snake catcher’s harrowing experience
A routine snake-catching job nearly turned deadly for Warren Dick, a Durban-based snake catcher, when a Black Mamba bite left him fighting for his life. Read his gripping story and the critical lessons learned.
Opposition to NHI driven by a neo-liberal agenda fixated on profit accumulation
Through the HHH Campaign, Hani, the leadership “H” of the campaign, if you like, was taking forward the struggle to achieve the demands of the people of South Africa who faced colonisation, apartheid and related oppression between 1652 and 1994.