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A report by Amnesty International reveals the horror of living with albinism in Malawi where this population is believed to bring immeasurable wealth.

Pharmaceutical companies say that delayed drug registrations by the Medicines Control Council may have played a role in stock outs.

Government and medical aids may be uncomfortable but necessary bedfellows.

 A new investigative report details the rapid spread of coronavirus disease in St Augustine’s Hospital in Durban, and how it could...

Only six out of ten Angolan children have been vaccinated against yellow fever.

Masks used by South African doctors and nurses are also being used to fend off the coronavirus outbreak. But soaring demand...

Gauteng Premier David Makhura claims he didn't know #LifeEsidimeni patients would be transferred to the care of NGOs. Perhaps he just didn't listen.

Patients too poor to settle medical debts are chained to drain pipes, starved and abused in health centres across parts of Africa.

"The cost of this Bosasa looting has been paid by immigrants detained in inhumane and undignified conditions at Lindela", the DA says.

Health workers brace for an increased need for palliative care as waiting lists grow.

A desperate South African breast cancer patient pleaded with the United Nations (UN) on Thursday to help her access a drug that can save her life.

There are fears that, because the LAM measure is easily administered, it could be used when conditions call for more detailed analysis.

A promising new TB drug is now on the market but doctors say it's been priced out of reach.

Owner of Pretoria organisation Precious Angels breaks down and dodges queries amid questions surrounding deaths.

Africa Check debunks a bogus news story spreading myths about medical male circumcision after Bhekisisa sounds the alarm.