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Diseases of lifestyle a growing global epidemic

15 September 2014

Non-communicable diseases could cost developing world US$7 trillion by 2025.

How far should doctors duties extend before we pay extra money?

02 September 2014

One of South Africa’s most popular low budget airlines, Kulula.com, is characterised by the service that it offers it’s patrons, including a pay-as-you-go service to purchase beverages and snacks on flights. The airline also offers the added benefit of paying extra to pre-reserve a seat on the flight. While this has proved popular in the airline industry, one has to ask if added services would be applicable and beneficial in the medical scheme industry.

Building Private-Public Partnerships key to healthcare transformation

01 September 2014

Developing a National Health Insurance (NHI) system offering universal health cover would be impossible without the full participation and collaboration of the private sector in the delivery of health care services. This has been proven around the world where such systems have been introduced successfully.

Public-Private Partnerships fundamental to achieving universal health coverage

01 September 2014

South Africa will not achieve its goal of universal health cover unless a structured process is developed for collaboration between the private and public sectors. This will involve the creation of Centres of Excellence where the expertise in the two sectors can be shared to improve access to affordable, quality care.

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If you had to hazard a guess, when do you reckon the COFI Bill will be signed into law?

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2026, as promised 2027 looks more likely Impossible to say More consultation needed

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