NHI plans ‘push’ young doctors to leave SA
There is very little trust that the corruption-prone government that has presided over the near-collapse of public healthcare can be trusted with the distribution of NHI funds.
(more…)Health sciences volunteer programme sees drop in numbers as students head back to class
A programme aimed at connecting students who are willing to help with host sites that need assistance. (more…)
ERs in the time of covid-19
Emergency rooms in South Africa have adapted to the challenges brought by the coronavirus.
Coronavirus: Measures in place for health sciences students
The Dean of health sciences faculty urges students to “remain calm” amid the spread of COVID-19. (more…)
Gauteng lags behind in student-centred HIV treatment
On-campus HIV treatment has become a norm at many institutions across the country, but as the rest of SA takes action Gauteng engages in talks
Wits student soars to recovery
More than a year after a tragic paragliding accident, a Wits student remains in hospital.
New day hospital for Joburg CBD
Inner city residents to get a private facility at ‘affordable’ prices (more…)
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- BONUS: What do Witsies have to say about the ongoing #WitsShutdown?Today we’re taking a look at the #WitsShutdown protests which are over historical debt and unaffordable accommodation, which have seen several students suspended, physical clashes between protestors and security and disruptions to the academic programme for many. In this bonus episode of We Should Be Writing, we let students unpack their views on what has […]