https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/330.html South Africa Public health news 15 Public Health news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/330.html en-us Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:19:32 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/implicated-individuals-in-life-esidimeni-tragedy-to-be-prosecuted-958614a The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) will institute legal action against individuals implicated in the Life Esidimeni tragedy. 1-267334 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:13:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/warning-signs-emerge-as-tweens-dive-into-adult-skincare-products-736352a It’s no secret that tweens and teens are taking the beauty world by storm. Social media is filled with thousands of videos of children as young as 10 rushing into beauty stores to buy the latest skincare launches, then showing off their “haul” for the camera. 1-267242 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:07:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/world-health-day-burnout-and-trump-funding-cuts-jeopardise-south-africa-public-health-gains-403709a This year, healthcare workers worldwide will come together to celebrate World Health Day on 7 April, under the theme “Together for Health: Stand with Science”. The South African Institute for Advancement, Inyathelo, is raising awareness about the sustainability of South Africa’s healthcare non-profit sector and emphasising the importance of prioritising the well-being of the NPO sector as a whole. 1-267065 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:24:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/western-cape-forensic-pathology-20-years-of-impact-and-care-392658a This week marks 20 years since the Forensic Pathology Service (FPS) was established within the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness, following its transfer from the South African Police Service on 1 April 2006. 1-267033 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:46:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/mining-and-property-leaders-to-unveil-scalable-solutions-to-cut-water-demand-958294a Water security is rising rapidly on corporate agendas as supply constraints and tariff pressures intensify. 1-267014 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:39:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/the-future-of-african-healthcare-unfolds-at-whx-2026-066875a Johannesburg will host the World Health Expo (WHX) from 6–8 October 2026, bringing together healthcare leaders, investors and technology providers at the Gallagher Convention Centre. 1-266957 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/meta-and-youtubes-wakeup-call-a-global-warning-south-africa-cannot-ignore-622471a When courts in the United States of America recently found Meta and YouTube liable for addiction-related harms to children, it marked a turning point in how governments are beginning to hold powerful digital platforms accountable. 1-266921 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:41:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/hbos-the-pitt-nails-how-hospital-cyberattacks-create-chaos-endanger-patients-and-disrupt-critical-care-622771a HBO Max’s enormously popular television series “The Pitt” is receiving plaudits for its realistic depiction of the trials and tribulations of health care in an urban emergency room. 1-266721 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:10:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/b-well-mayonnaise-is-the-first-to-qualify-for-the-cansa-smart-choice-seal-511720a As the world marks World Health Day on 7 April, the Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa) highlights the importance of making healthier everyday choices by announcing that two B-Well-branded mayonnaise products have earned the Cansa Smart Choice Seal of Recognition. 1-266856 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:02:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/up-researchers-innovate-handheld-detection-device-that-could-transform-tb-screening-511760a With their innovation of a small but powerful handheld device, researchers at the University of Pretoria (UP) are on course to redefine the tuberculosis (TB) screening process, which could ultimately help to combat the TB pandemic more effectively. TB is one of the deadliest infectious diseases worldwide, claiming more than 1.25 million lives each year, of which about 50,000 deaths occur in South Africa. It is the leading cause of death among people with HIV. 1-266826 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:51:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa