Johannesburg, South Africa, 12 November, 2012 – Novartis welcomed its annual International Biotechnology Leadership Camp (BioCamp), a three-day seminar bringing biotechnology and business experts together with 60 selected students from leading international universities in 21 countries and territories. This year, Novartis BioCamp emphasised the increased access to healthcare and the importance of research and development (R&D) in emerging markets and how the company’s innovative approach is expanding its global reach in clinical development. Novartis continues its commitment to sustained investment in R&D to develop targeted therapies that could change the practice of medicine and deliver the highest benefit for patients.... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Monday, November 12th 2012 |
In tough economic times, medical scheme members not only want exceptional value for money in terms of medical cover, they also need the assurance that their medical scheme is financially strong and sustainable and able to look after all of their healthcare needs effectively and prudently. “As custodians of our members’ contributions, it is our duty to facilitate the best quality healthcare possible, taking their financial means into account. Members need to remember that all profits go to themselves in the form of reserves or to keep future contribution increases as low as possible. To ensure that members continue to... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Monday, November 12th 2012 |
While most medical scheme members are very aware of annual increases in their contributions as it directly affects their pocket, more often than not they are ignorant about the ‘inner workings’ of their medical scheme and how/on what their contributions are spent. “As custodians of our members’ contributions, it is first and foremost our duty to facilitate the best quality healthcare possible, taking their financial means into account. Members also need to remember that all profits go to themselves in the form of reserves or to keep future contribution increases as low as possible,” notes Liberty Medical Scheme Executive Principal... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Monday, October 29th 2012 |
……..to raise awareness of role of exercise in treatment of autoimmune diseases – Monday, 29 October 2012: Over 100 patients, physicians, practice nurses and their families and friends took part in the Cape Town ‘Gun Run’ on Sunday, 14 October on behalf of the ‘Join the Fight against Autoimmune diseases’ campaign and to highlight the important role exercise can play in slowing the progression of these debilitating conditions. One of Cape Town’s most popular running events, the ‘Gun Run’ is open to runners of all ages and abilities. The event consists of several races, from a 21 kilometre half marathon... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Monday, October 29th 2012 |
Johannesburg, South Africa, 25 October 2012—Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), the global leader in broadband satellite networks and services, will hold in-depth workshops on its latest technologies and solutions at AfricaCom 2012, to be held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 13-15 November. Five complimentary seminars will be held covering the following topics: Future of Enterprise Networking: Tuesday 13 November, 14:00 Major corporations worldwide employ Hughes satellite broadband technology for a wide range of mission-critical applications. This workshop will present documented case studies across several vertical sectors, including financial, lottery/gaming and retail. Ka-Band Revolution: Tuesday 13 November, 16:00... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Thursday, October 25th 2012 |
