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Stronger regulations for E-cigarettes needed in SA

12 November 2014 | General

E-cigarettes have come under intense scrutiny in the past few months over the number of potentially harmful side effects that they may have to first-hand and passive smokers. According to a report released by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in August this year, stronger regulations and controls are needed to reduce the risks associated with the use of e-cigarettes.

Breast cancer still tops the list of cancers impacting South African women

05 November 2014 | General

Almost one in eight women will develop breast cancer at some stage of their lives, making it the most common cancer to impact women in South Africa.

CMS: Medical Schemes have to cover road accident claims says CMS

29 October 2014 | Medical Schemes

The position of the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) has always been that medical schemes have to pay all legitimate claims legally owing to members within 30 days of the claim being submitted as provided for by the Medical Schemes Act 131 of 1998. Further, pre-authorisation can also not be withheld pending the undertaking of a member to lodge a third party claim.

Bobroff uncovers apparent hidden clauses in dramatic fashion

28 October 2014 | Medical Schemes

One of the most anticipated comebacks in history was the return of Mohammad Ali after his forced hiatus from boxing. While many thought he was washed out and finished, the former heavyweight champion of the world flexed his muscles and defeated George Foreman in Kinshasa to regain the world heavyweight title.

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