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BHF/MHG Golf Day leaves a legacy for disabled children
When delegates at the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) conference, which took place at Sun City from 22 - 25 August, got together for their annual golf day, they were doing more than just enjoying a game at the famous Gary Player golf course.
The proceeds, an amount of R85 750, were donated to the Rorisang Special School by Metropolitan Health Group and Qualsa, the sponsors of the golf day.
Trim workers' waistlines to add to bottom line, business leaders told at Engage Forum
Wellness programmes, improved productivity and the overall health of a nation were being used by global corporates to attract and retain the best staff. This was the message to health professionals and business leaders attending Metropolitan Health Group and Qualsa's Engage Forum hosted in Johannesburg earlier this month. read more...
Measles infections increasing
Measles cases have increased by 190% compared to the same period last year. Dr Ali Hamdulay, a doctor specialising in family medicine, reveals recent statistics obtained from Metropolitan Health Group indicates the group has experienced a 195% increase in treatment costs within the Western Cape alone, across the 17 medical schemes it administers. read more...
Measles - Are You Safe?
The recent measles outbreak in the Western Cape is in a serious state, with 422 confirmed cases and seven deaths. Although measles is a highly contagious viral infection, it can be cured. read more...
Medical Schemes Face "Unfair Burden'
In a recent strongly worded letter sent to medical funds and administrators, the CMS demanded that medical aids comply with the regulations or face the loss of their accreditation. But according to Blum Khan, CEO of Metropolitan Health Group, there is nothing "minimum" about the extent of the coverage, and the CMS' interpretation of the guidelines places an unfair burden on medical schemes. read more...
Partnering for Health in KZN
Tuesday 8 December – Christmas came early in 2009 for the Ashdown clinic after it was nominated as a community outreach project by Siyahlomula High School, the runner up in the U16 Metropolitan Cup held in North West Province. read more...
