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OPINION: Stark realities facing cancer patients at Charlotte Maxeke Hospital

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The reopening of the oncology section of Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital on Monday 28 June 2021 offers a glimmer of hope for cancer patients in South Gauteng but the stark reality is that many will still not be able to access lifesaving treatment immediately, writes Salomé Meyer.

OPINION: Stark realities facing cancer patients at Charlotte Maxeke Hospital

Cancer care in the public sector: Are things getting better?

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Three years ago, public sector cancer services made headlines for failing patients in multiple provinces. A few government interventions later, experts say there have been improvements, but significant issues remain. Elna Schütz reports.