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Igho 'Tiny' Ubiribo’s death exposes medical tourism's fatal illusion

How the deadly reality of combining quick cosmetic tweaks with long travel is turning fatal.

Families caring for adults with intellectual disabilities say they face an uncertain future as South Africa lacks enough supported-living, respite-care and community-based options.

SA's disability care dilemma: 'Who looks after my child when I die?'

Families caring for adults with intellectual disabilities face deep uncertainty about who will provide support when parents and other caregivers can no longer do so.

Experts say mental well-being depends on helping the body’s systems find balance, not trying to switch them off.

Why trying to 'kill' your cortisol is ruining your mental health

Zero stress isn't the goal. True mental health resilience comes from working with your body’s natural rhythms, not flattening them.

Healthcare is in crisis, and the failures in governance are directly undermining patient care.

No water, no power, no doctors: The reality destroying South Africa’s NHI dream

As the National Health Insurance moves forward, medical experts warn that funding cannot fix broken water systems, rolling blackouts, and critical doctor shortages.

Despite recent concern over the detection of Pilchard Herpesvirus (PHV) in wild sardines along South Africa's West Coast, there is no reason to stop enjoying your favourite tin of pilchards.

South Africa's sardine scare explained: Why canned pilchards remain 100% safe

Health officials confirm that commercially canned pilchards remain 100% safe to eat, leaving SA's most affordable, nutrient-packed staple right where it belongs: in your pantry.

At least 2300 people have died in the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

DRC Ebola outbreak: Ramaphosa calls for ceasefire amid rapid spread

Ebola crisis tests SADC’s health preparedness, says Ramaphosa

A shopper reaches for a bottle of alcohol at a retailer. National Treasury is reviewing the country’s alcohol tax framework amid a wider debate over excise duties, public health and illicit trade.

South Africa’s alcohol tax battle puts illicit trade under scrutiny

As Treasury reviews the country’s alcohol tax framework, a disputed claim about the illicit market is sharpening a wider debate over revenue, public health and the formal alcohol…