Tamar Kahn

Alex van den Heever's analysis for BHF identifies 11 sets of frequently repeated claims that are untrue

Climate change poses specific risks for pregnant women and newborns, BHF conference hears

If pharmacists are permitted to prescribe to people on HIV treatment it could erode the income of medical practitioners, the Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA) warns.

Parliament passed the NHI Bill in December but it has yet to be signed into law by the president

National Council Against Smoking lays complaint over Phillip Morris International's support for doctors

Move set the stage for a protracted fight with business, healthcare professionals and opposition parties

The department of trade, industry & competition has launched a master plan for the medical technology sector in a bid to reduce SA's reliance on imports and improve the country's security of supply.

Busa has lobbied hard against the bill, saying that while it supports the need for reform, the legislation is unworkable and unaffordable

Industry associations, healthcare professionals and organised business prepare for legal challenges

However, for now, medical schemes will continue to provide cover for private healthcare services