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Nelson Mandela Bay beautician under investigation after clients cry foul

A Gqeberha woman whose skin treatments allegedly left several clients with swollen and burnt faces is under investigation after being accused of impersonating a medical practitioner.

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'Bogus doctor tried to solicit R700 bribe at Bara hospital'

The Gauteng department of health has warned people against direct payments to healthcare workers at state facilities, after a "bogus" doctor was arrested over the weekend.

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30 doctors found guilty of misconduct in a year

More than 30 doctors were punished in the 2022/2023 financial year for inappropriate or unethical conduct by the Health Professional Council of South Africa.

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Psychologist who endorsed parole for Donovan Moodley fined for misconduct

Family of Leigh Matthews filed a complaint citing many inaccuracies and unfounded assessments.

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Students in limbo as Fort Hare degree not up to scratch

Since 2018, the University of Fort Hare has offered a speech and language therapy (SLT) degree but it has left students unable to graduate, since the regulatory body is not satisfied with the degree’s credibility.

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Man denied bail after being arrested twice for impersonating doctor

After being arrested for impersonating a doctor, a 65-year-old man who was removed from the Health Professions Council of South Africa register almost 10 years ago has lost his bail application.

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Cosmetic surgeons, HPCSA butt heads over BBLs

GPs should not be allowed to do Brazilian butt lifts and liposuction, says professional association

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Man denied bail after being arrested twice for impersonating doctor

After being arrested for impersonating a doctor, a 65-year-old man who was removed from the Health Professions Council of South Africa register almost 10 years ago has lost his bail application.

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BHEKISISA | How Treasury's budget cuts will affect community service posts

In 2022 the National Treasury said it would make an extra R1.1bn available for medical internships and community service positions this year. But now there might be even less money available to pay for these positions.

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Clients demand RAF payouts from elusive lawyer

Sifiso Mazibuko, an amputee, lifts his small frame with effort and anguish trying to keep his balance as he walks with crutches down five flights of stairs to the ground floor of his lawyer’s offices.

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