Life Nkanyisa, a subsidiary of the Life Healthcare Group, has threatened to shut down the Witpoort Recovery Centre and the Life Nkanyisa Randfontein Recovery Centre, throwing substance abuse recovering addicts back to the streets, which are already full of drugs. This after it has served about 500 employees with Section 189 notice following the Gauteng… Continue reading Healthcare Company Set To Retrench Drug Recovery Centre Employees
Tag: Health
India’s Telemedicine Initiative Enhances Chronic Disease Management In Rural Areas
India’s DigiSetu telemedicine initiative is revolutionising healthcare access and management for chronic disease patients in underserved regions, as highlighted in a recent study conducted in Tamil Nadu. Designed to bridge healthcare gaps, the DigiSetu model combines telemedicine with trained health professionals, providing much-needed support for patients with conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. This is… Continue reading India’s Telemedicine Initiative Enhances Chronic Disease Management In Rural Areas
Iranian Doctors Achieve Success In Artificial Cornea Transplantation
Iranian doctors have successfully performed cornea transplantation using locally produced artificial corneas. Mahmoud Jabarvand, Chairman of Iran’s Ophthalmology Association, announced this landmark event, highlighting the efforts of Iranian scientists over the past five years to develop these artificial alternatives. This is reported by ParsToday, a partner of TV BRICS. Jabarvand noted that in cases where… Continue reading Iranian Doctors Achieve Success In Artificial Cornea Transplantation
Chinese Scientists Develop Revolutionary Implants To Restore Walking Ability In Paralysed Patients
A groundbreaking implant has been developed by scientists from Fudan University in Shanghai, allowing paralysed individuals to regain control of their leg muscles. By implanting electrodes in both the brain and spinal cord, the researchers have created a “neural bypass” system, a significant breakthrough in brain-spinal cord interface research. This is reported by China Daily,… Continue reading Chinese Scientists Develop Revolutionary Implants To Restore Walking Ability In Paralysed Patients
India To Launch Three AI Centres Of Excellence Focused On Healthcare, Agriculture, And Sustainable Cities
Indian Union Minister for Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan is set to announce the establishment of three AI Centres of Excellence (CoE) focussing on healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities. This initiative is part of India’s vision for “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India) and aims to foster a robust AI ecosystem in key sectors. This is reported by… Continue reading India To Launch Three AI Centres Of Excellence Focused On Healthcare, Agriculture, And Sustainable Cities
Chinese Medical Equipment Proves Valuable In Providing Quality Health Care In Malawi
China has been sending medical doctors to provide health services in Malawi’s clinics since 2008. This is in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3, which seeks to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all ages by 2030. Since the first group of 12 Chinese medical workers arrived in Malawi, 11 groups have… Continue reading Chinese Medical Equipment Proves Valuable In Providing Quality Health Care In Malawi
India Provides Health Insurance To All Citizens Above 70 Years Of Age
The Indian government has introduced several measures to improve the healthcare system, including providing US$5.9 thousands in health insurance to all citizens above 70 years of age, irrespective of their income. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The source reports that there are also plans to create 75,000 new medical seats… Continue reading India Provides Health Insurance To All Citizens Above 70 Years Of Age
Health And Fitness Is Improving In South Africa
The health and fitness industry in South Africa is estimated to be worth hundreds of millions of dollars, with annual revenues of over US$12 million. From vitamins and supplements to health clubs and fitness trends, the industry is thriving and shows no signs of slowing down. This was reported by CCTV+, a partner of TV… Continue reading Health And Fitness Is Improving In South Africa
Thousands of Nehawu Members To March Against “Racist” Principal
Leaders of the National Education, Health, and Allied Workers’ Union (Nehawu) in Mpumalanga’s Bohlabela region expect 5 000 of their members to join their march when they take to the streets on Friday in a demonstration against a Mashishing school principal that they accuse of racism and nepotism. The march will take place at the… Continue reading Thousands of Nehawu Members To March Against “Racist” Principal