[2012 trends] Focused, proactive, involved healthcare

[Shelley Harris] Healthcare is a subject that's close to everyone's heart, and both the healthcare sector and consumers alike are always alert to new developments and trends. In recent years, these have included a greater focus on the impact of non-communicable diseases, as well as a clear indication that patients across the board want to be more involved in their treatment. 17 Jan 2012 13:17

AstraZeneca to conduct survey on cholesterol under-treatment

[Issa Sikiti da Silva: @sikitimedia] Three thousand patients currently undergoing treatment for hypercholesterol in South Africa are set to be surveyed to quantify and determine the degree of their under-treatment, Prof Matthias Haus, executive director and V-P of AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals SA, told the media on Thursday 5 November 2009, in Sunninghill, Johannesburg. 10 Nov 2009 07:32

What's needed is a new health model

[Terry Levin] In his address on “The Value of Focusing Process for Better Performance”, at the Operational Hospital Management Conference, held last week at Emperor's Palace in Gauteng, Dr Ashwin Hurribunce, discussed his theory of a hospital's obligation to “encircle the patient” around three steps of service provision - clinical, administrative and support services. 15 Sep 2008 08:53

Govt to amend Tobacco Act to promote healthy lifestyles

[Vivian Warby] The Health Portfolio Committee is to hold hearings on amendments to the Tobacco Control Act to further enhance the control of tobacco products and promote healthy lifestyles. 6 May 2008 15:16

Canderel supports Pink Link Breast Cancer Advocacy

[ActivRetail] Canderel® has announced its patronage of the PinkLink Breast Cancer Advocacy, which was formed to give patients and those affected by breast cancer a voice. PinkLink takes an innovative approach to breast cancer, using advocacy to inform, educate and advise women of their rights. 12 Mar 2008 09:44